How do you survive day-to-day life?! I cannot imagine how weak your immune system is from lack of challenge. Yes, I'm fully vaccinated, not one of those idiots, but neither am I worried about bacteria like you seem to be.

Apologies, not trying to jump your ass, just can't fathom such an attitude. I'd lick such a pen on a dare, think nothing of it, and nothing would happen. LOL, and I came of age in the AIDS epidemic!

[–] joelfromaus@aussie.zone 2 points 5 days ago

Pretty sure a little girl died of Meningococcal around the area where I grew up and lead to a large push on public awareness of not sharing drinking utensils in particular.

Another prevalent disease spread around when I was younger was cold sores and another that effected my family was golden staph which a sibling of mine had an infection and we were forbidden from sharing any eating or drinking utensils with.

I guess my point is that I’m glad you’ve never worried about it. For everyone else, be hygienic and don’t suck on public pens.

[–] Rcklsabndn@sh.itjust.works 1 points 5 days ago

I could be wrong, but if the cup is brass/bronze/pewter it would have inherent antimicrobial abilities. I still think sharing a public cup is kind of gross, though.

[–] Wahots@pawb.social 1 points 5 days ago

It would be gross, but the constant UV exposure would definitely help, at least during summer.