Commercial dishwashers use hotter water than home dishwashers, so people may be more at risk at home than at large institutions. It's better to dry dishes in the air than to use dish towels. Dish towels can harbor bacteria. It is used to wipe your hands, dry the counter, and then dry the dishes.\r
The best way to dry dishes is by drying them in the air. If you prefer to dry your dishes by hand, use a clean, unworn cloth.