Over the past year, consumers have become even more aware of the threat posed by pathogenic germs, fungi, and viruses. ABC has documented studies of germs, and where they are found. Germ expert, Dr. Chuck Gerba, who is a microbiologist at the University of Arizona, was asked to assist ABC with these studies.

To read about these studies, please click on the links below:

Germs, Bacteria Lurk in Your Car

Germs Lurk on Planes, Trains and Buses

Germs Are Lurking in Your Office

What's Dirtier, Cell Phone or Toilet Seat?

Your Purse Could Be Making You Sick

Schools Can Be a Hotbed of Bacteria