New York City subways are covered in these bacteria

Here's a friendly PSA: New York City subways harbor germs that can cause bubonic plague, spark a case of meningitis and ... create kimchi and mozzarella. It's enough to make your skin crawl, but never fear: The researchers claim residents of the city are not at immediate risk of infectious disease. However, if you still choose to dress up in disease-preventing protective gear before stepping out in Times Square, we doubt anyone will really blame you.