Scientist reveals your pillowcase could be dirtier than a toilet seat – this is how to make sure your bedding is germ-free

A bed with a grey bedside table next to it.

You probably don't need me to tell you that it's a good idea to wash your bedding regularly, but a recent announcement by a science expert might well make laundry day seem a little more urgent.

Yep, according to a biomedical science expert, studies have shown that after just a week on the bed, a pillowcase can have more bacteria on it than your average toilet seat. Urgh, indeed.