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Chiana Dickson

Can I shower in a boil water advisory? Scientists share their verdict

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Luckily, boil water advisories are few and far between, but they can be inconvenient when they strike. Boiling everything from cooking water to water for brushing your teeth is tedious—so can you shower during a boil water advisory? 

More often than not, it is generally safe to shower in a boil water advisory, but it can depend on your health and comes with a few caveats, scientists and plumbers warn. 

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