Are you a germaphobe?

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However, I have noticed that since my husband started taking public transportation wev'e all been sicker, so I make him wash his hands well when he gets home. Washing your hands is the most effective way to stop infection, so that's the one thing I'm pretty anal about.

I use the Tube most days and while I've not noticed any change (one cold in the last 3 yrs for example) I can imagine, looking at the folk around me sniffling and coughing that it's a common problem. Handrails etc are surely a bug heaven.

I also take the public transportation/subway whenever possible, and yes, I've often thought that it is probably germ heaven. You may think this is obsessive, but on the subway, I try to use only my left hand to hold the handrails, and I try to touch none of my personal items with that hand until I get to my destination and can use a quick dose of the hand sanitizer. I carry a small bottle with me.

I also try my best to wash my hands after handling money. You never know where it's been.