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A member asked:
When recovering from flu, is it a good idea to buy a new toothbrush and listerine bottle (since i put my lips on the bottle when i take in the fluid)?
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If you are the only: Person that is using it - there really isn't a need. You should not reinfect yourself with the exact same flu.
Answered 3/25/2019
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