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Doctor who runs shower for 20 minutes after holidays says 'it'll save your life'

Running your shower for 20 minutes can save you from deadly bacteria, the expert says. [Image: Getty Images]

A microbiologist has shared a simple ritual he does every time he comes back from holiday.

Dr Tom Makin leaves his shower running for 20 minutes without getting into it, and after it's turned off he doesn't go back in the bathroom for another 20 minutes.

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