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So i didn't realise i left some bread in toaster from days ago i didn't eat it but it touched other bread and i didn't wash hands. is this dangerous?

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Dr. Darragh O'Carroll answered

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No.: Not dangerous, wash your hands now though for good measure.

Answered 11/9/2016

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A member asked:

So i didn't realise i left some bread in toaster from days ago i didn't eat it but it touched other bread and i didn't wash hands. is this dangerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Darragh O'Carroll answered

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