There are a number of public toilets in Machakos County. While traveling in this region, you need to take care before you contract diseases.

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Several residents have been reportedly infected by various diseases since some of the public toilets are rarely cleaned.

Here are four diseases you could pick from toilets in this county according to the Health site.

1. Lung and skin infections

Research shows that toilets contain Streptococcus. The bacteria is associated with different infections including skin and contagious throat. Residents are advised to take into consideration their hygiene whenever they visit these facilities in Machakos town and other areas.

2. Viral infections

Residents of Machakos can also suffer from different viral infections upon visiting the toilets. Research shows that the common cold virus has the ability to survive in cold conditions for several days. These makes people of different ages vulnerable.

3. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STDs)

Have you ever seen blood in a toilet? When you visit these facilities, know that you risk infection. The toilets are some of the common places where people attract various diseases upon visiting them.

4. Gut infections

Gut infections are common among Machakos residents. Most of these residents acquire the infections from public toilets. Most of these facilities are rarely cleaned making them a hub for the bacteria. Seek medical attention when infected with different diseases.

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