How many times a day do you touch yourcell phone?

and public transit, and then mindlessly hop into bed or prepare food with them in hand.

Because we’re constantly touching our phones, they’ve become one of thedirtiest surfaces in the home.

Woman disinfecting phone with cloth

So, how often should we be cleaning our devices?

Read on for the surprising answer.

The CDC also recommends some general practices for limiting your exposure to bacteria.

Cell phone and disinfectant