People have been urged to make sure they're washing their bedsheets enough, to lower the risk of health issues.
It can seem like a chore at times, but frequent washing can help you stay healthy and avoid the threat of three certain conditions - which can be deadly if not treated.
A third of people in the UK have admitted they only wash their sheets once a year, according to a survey by Hammond Furniture. But experts at Bed Kingdom recommend allocating time to washing your bedding at least once a week, the Mirror reports.