May 11, 2018 · Well, the vast majority of the microbes that were detected do not cause disease in healthy people, with the exception of Staphylococcus aureus.

They found that paper towels reduced the numbers of all types of bacteria on the hands. However, the hot air dryer increased all types of bacteria on the hands.

Nov 14, 2023 · The results showed that the people who used hand dryers had more viruses on their hands and aprons than those who used paper towels. But it's ...

FACT #1: Microorganisms Circulate in Restrooms Regardless of Hand Drying Method. Bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms circulate in restrooms, regardless ...

Feb 7, 2022 · Several studies have shown that appropriate use of paper towels or jet air dryers decreases the number of bacteria in washed hands (12–14).

Dec 19, 2022 · A 2018 study conducted a test to determine if hand dryers in public bathrooms could be dispensing bacteria onto people's hands. To investigate ...

Feb 16, 2023 · In summary, hand dryers are not only spewing bacteria onto your hands, but they're also putting it in the air, and on any surface that air ...

Airborne bacteria: Some studies have suggested that hand dryers can spread bacteria and germs because they blow air, which can potentially disperse bacteria ...

Aug 24, 2022 · The researchers discovered hand dryers could potentially transfer germs to surfaces and clothing, which was tracked in the study in a hospital ...

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