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It’s both a hazard for emergencies as well as a hygienic nightmare. We all see the people leaving without washing their hands!

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

As mentioned above, people get sick in large numbers, and many die.

You can't 'build up your immune system' by eating literal shit.

You can't prevent cholera or a parasitic infection by licking toilet seats either.

I mean, seriously. Don't believe me, go eat an actual turd. See how you feel.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Look at the difference in sick days between a construction worker and an office workers. Spending your whole life trying to avoid germs is a futile battle.