Danger! Harmful Bacteria May Linger on Baby's Toys, Books, And Crib
So you disinfect your baby's bottles. Buy his clothes only from manufacturers who use only natural fabrics and processes. And, of course, pin only cloth diapers, never Pampers, on his bottom. But did you know your baby is still at high risk? According to newswise.com, the bacteria that causes strep throat, ear infections and other serious illnesses lingers on books, toys, even the crib. A new study has found that these germs "do persist on surfaces for far longer than has been appreciated," and researchers suggest that additional precautions might need to be taken, "especially in settings such as schools, daycare centers and hospitals." And even your home. “These findings should make us more cautious about bacteria in the environment since (the studies) change our ideas about how these particular bacteria are spread,” newswise.com quotes senior author Anders Hakansson, PhD, assistant professor of microbiology and immunology in the UB School of Medicin...