A swab test carried out on a pair of glasses belonging to a contractor from Leightons Opticians has revealed that your everyday specs could be a breeding ground for a variety of potentially harmful bacteria – and it could be deadly.

The professional swab test identified six different types of bacteria, including some that can lead to serious health problems. These included traces of Escherichia coli (E.coli), Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium perfringens, Bacillus cereus, Pseudomonas…