For example, research looking at hospital bed linens found that Staphylococcus bacteria were common . Since moisture builds up in them while we're sleeping, pulling the duvet back so the bed sheets can breathe before making the bed means your sheets and mattress become a less attractive nesting spot for bacteria and mites. All bed linens should be washed in warm to high temperatures (around 40℃-60℃) in order to effectively kill germs. Avoid overloading laundry machines and use enough soap, and make sure bed linens are completely dried before using. Not eating or drinking in bed, keeping pets off your sheets, and removing dirty socks will also help.

Source: CNN July 30, 2021 11:15 UTC