Here's Why It's OK to Sit on a Public Toilet Seat
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Public toilet seats are repulsive to many people who worry about germs. But what does science suggest about sitting on a public toilet seat?
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What are the risks of sitting on a public toilet seat?
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Why you should never hover over a public toilet
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It's Totally OK to Sit on Public Toilet Seats
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Women: Don't hover over the toilet seat
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Can You Get HIV From a Toilet Seat?
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