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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 11:13 pm
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Originally Posted by TakeMeToEZE
While having someone's hands on the rim of your cup does seem unsanitary, I think it's just one of many unsanitary things we don't realize is happening throughout the food/drink service process. It's really unlikely to hurt you.

Instead of focusing on this I think you'll do better to remember to wash your hands frequently or use hand sanitizer. Hand-to-face contact is the principal method of infecting oneself with a cold or flu.
Bingo! Unless what you see is really too gross, this is by far the best advice to follow. Buy the box of 100 individual Purell wipes at Sams Club and just enjoy the flight.
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