In addition to limiting the spread of germs, keeping the toilet lid closed at all times is a good idea. A closed lid in a house with toddlers or pets prevents them from playing in unsanitary water, ...

The invisible spray is never OK. Flushing the toilet with the lid down does not stop the spread of small germs, a study published Thursday in the American Journal of Infection Control found.

Just like the great debate over which way the toilet paper roll goes, there is a similar spat over flushing: lid open or closed? Scientists have weighed in with their own woeful conclusion: Neither is ...

Finally! An expert answers what to do when you're not on the loo. Bathroom etiquette runs the gamut from the nonnegotiable (put down the seat when you’re done, men!) to the debatable (should toilet ...