'Superbugs' found on floors, ceilings and door handle of hospital toilets
India TodayIn a concerning revelation, a study presented at the ESCMID Global Congress in Barcelona, Spain has uncovered the presence of pathogenic bacteria and fungi, including multi-drug resistant "superbugs," on the surfaces of hospital toilets in the UK. The study, led by Professor Stephanie Dancer, a consultant microbiologist at NHS Lanarkshire, found that patient toilets were the worst affected, with a higher concentration of these dangerous microbes. To address these concerns, Professor Dancer recommends several measures: Hospital toilets should have lids, which should be closed before flushing to prevent the spread of microbes. Professor Dancer advises retaining single-sex and disabled toilets, with additional unisex facilities available as needed.
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