Hygiene
Coverage of Hygiene in the Nexus archive.
- How often should you change your kitchen sponge? Microbiologist finally settles the debate - so, are you doing it enough?
The article discusses the optimal frequency for changing kitchen sponges, with a microbiologist providing a definitive answer to the ongoing debate. It highlights concerns about microbial growth in sponges and offers guidance on maintaining kitchen hygiene.
- ‘Be realistic, we’re in India’: Bombay High Court quashes suspension of hotel licence by FDA over hygiene
The Bombay High Court overturned the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) suspension of a hotel's licence, ruling that the presence of two insects did not justify the action given the overall satisfactory hygiene compliance report. The court emphasized the need for proportionality in regulatory enforcement.
- AI summaries of Tripadvisor hotel reviews downplay serious complaints, investigation finds
AI-generated summaries of Tripadvisor hotel reviews were found to downplay serious complaints, including sexual harassment allegations and a hotel being sued for hygiene issues. An investigation by Which? revealed that the AI described a food poisoning lawsuit as 'spotless' and praised 'friendly' service at a resort with harassment complaints.
- ORS, zinc tablets to be distributed to children below 5 in State from June 16
The Health Department will distribute ORS and zinc tablets to 37.5 lakh children under 5 as part of the ‘Stop Diarrhoea’ campaign starting June 16. Awareness drives on hygiene, breastfeeding, and safe drinking water will continue until July 31.
- The real reason why public toilet seats have gaps in them — and it’s not as gross as you might think
Public toilet seats have U-shaped gaps due to a decades-old federal regulation, not for hygiene reasons as commonly believed. The design facilitates easier cleaning and maintenance.
- Are baths or showers more hygienic? Scientist finally settles the debate - so, is your daily wash doing more harm than good?
A scientist has weighed in on the debate over whether baths or showers are more hygienic, considering the potential harm or benefits of daily washing routines. The goal is to determine if one method is superior to the other in terms of hygiene. Daily wash routines may have varying effects on personal health.