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An uncleaned hotel room door knob may have millions of germs on it. but, why would this be a hygiene type issue when germs are probably dead?
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NO: however, I advise carrying hand sanitizer when travelling. Dead bacteria will not hurt you.
Answered 10/12/2016
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