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Bacteriophages Lurk In Your Bathroom, But Don’t Worry

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Bacteriophages in Everyday Spaces

This chapter investigates bacteriophages found in bathroom environments, highlighting their diversity and interactions with bacteria. The speakers examine how built environments, like toothbrushes and showerheads, serve as unique microbial habitats and discuss the implications for medicine. Additionally, they clarify misconceptions about the origins of bacteria on personal hygiene items and explore variations in microbial samples based on water sources.

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