Bathroom Hand Dryers May Circulate Fecal Bacteria, Study Says

September 22,2024

According to the findings of a new study, hot air hand dryers in public bathrooms aren't as hygienic as most people think. In fact, they're actually contributing to the circulation of bacteria (including bacteria from feces and urine) that can end up on hands..
According to the findings of a new study, hot air hand dryers in public bathrooms aren't as hygienic as most people think. In fact, they're actually contributing to the circulation of bacteria (including bacteria from feces and urine) that can end up on hands.

You can tell which hand dryer is used most based on the wall panels. : r/mildlyinteresting

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