Every time someone enters a public toilet, there is a latent fear of possible infection by viruses or bacteria. Although in certain cases these spaces may be cleaner than the home premises, it is always appropriate to follow some basic measures.
The most common practices are good hand washing and avoiding unnecessary surfaces. According to experts, however, there is a little -known measure that is essential to prevent any exposure in these premises.
Microbiologist revealed a secret to avoid infections
En de huffpost, Microbiologist Jason Tetro, a specialist in disease prevention, explained major measures for using public bathrooms with a lower risk.
The real danger according to Tetr is not in direct contact, but in a specific procedure: the way you flush the toilet. “LMost public bathrooms are missing toilet lids. ”He noted a microbiologist and stressed that this facilitates the spread of what he calls a “manure column”. This phenomenon consists of small droplets and particles of aerosol, which can get up to two meters around the toilet every time the toilet is flushed.
Hidden risks in aerosol particles
“As there is no lid, clouds that end in the seat are out of the toilet,” Tetro said, adding that “approximately 50 % of the toilet seats in public bathrooms will be damaged at any time. “They have some kind of fertilizer germs in the range of particles.” ANDThese particles can transmit bacteria such as E. coli, salmonella and even norovirus, elements that are potentially dangerous.
Toilet Photo:istock.
Not resolved in the toilet does not guarantee protection
Unlike general beliefs, non -resistance in the toilet does not guarantee protection. Tetro stressed that the skin is not the main entrance point for these bacteria unless it is an open blow. “If you don’t have a cut, then there is really no chance that it gets into the skin and causes a problem.”said the expert.
The real threat is the particles suspended in the air that could get into the body through the airways. “The drops could fall into the mouth or nose, which is even more dangerous when it comes to a public bathroom with an extremely powerful reservoir,” Tetro warned.
To minimize this risk, It recommends flushing and leaving the standing before using the toilet. “You should leave the cab for 30 seconds to let any aerosol or drops fall, and then you can return in,” he advised.
“The toilet rinsing should be the last movement before opening the door and leaving the cabin,” Tetro concluded.
La Nación (Argentina) / GDA.
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