A short podcast about everyday risks from germs

ChatGPT image description: A small blue-and-white pill hovers above an empty bathroom sink, caught mid-bounce. The smooth white basin and metal drain create a clean, simple backdrop, while the faucet and tiled wall add muted detail. The scene feels quiet and precise, focused on the moment before the pill falls again.

863. Taking a Pill Dropped in the Bathroom Sink

December 15, 2025 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from taking a pill dropped in the bathroom sink for less than five seconds.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

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Rutgers Researchers Debunk ‘Five-Second Rule’: Eating Food off the Floor Isn’t Safe | Rutgers University
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Bathroom sink pop-up drain with overflow (Large Top) - Lulani