A study by University of Arizona professor Charles Gerba reveals that women have three to four times more bacteria on their desks and personal items compared to men. The average office desktop reportedly contains 400 times more bacteria than a toilet seat. While men's wallets were identified as significant germ carriers, the discussion highlights that food and cosmetics on women's desks contribute to higher bacterial counts. Participants debated the implications of the study, questioning the nature of the bacteria involved and whether the findings were influenced by biases, particularly since the study was funded by Clorox. Concerns about the perception of germs and the role of marketing in shaping public fear were also raised, with some arguing that not all bacteria are harmful. The conversation included humorous exchanges about personal hygiene practices and the social dynamics of office environments, suggesting that the presence of germs is a shared issue rather than a gender-specific one.
There could be something to it. He must be very angry.