Study shows rubber duckies are a haven for bacteria
By Shelby Knox
If Ernie had known just how filthy rubber duckies can be, he may not have been so fond of his little yellow friend.
If Ernie had known just how filthy rubber duckies can be, he may not have been so fond of his little yellow friend.
Swiss and American scientists say a recent study on the bath time favourites showed that the murky liquid released when the ducks are squeezed contained potentially pathogenic bacteria in four out of five toys studied.
Scientists suggest using higher quality polymers to potentially prevent bacterial and fungal growth.