The place contains more pathogens than the toilet at the airport

One study showed that the storage tray through the scanner door contained many viruses that cause colds, which do not exist on the toilet surface.

In addition to hidden objects or surfaces that contain lots of bacteria, pathogens such as seats, airplane cabins, ATMs . passengers need to pay attention to the security locker , according to Nytimes. At security checkpoints around the world, plastic trays imprinted on millions of passengers as they put shoes, laptops, luggage and countless other items into the scanner.

According to some studies in Europe, these plastic trays contain many types of bacteria, including the germ of flu. In 2016, scientists from the University of Nottingham (UK) and the National Institutes of Health and Welfare (Finland) took samples from frequently touched surfaces at Helsinki International Airport during and after hours. Peak. They found that 50% of plastic trays had RNA-containing virus groups infecting respiratory diseases, which caused colds. These viruses do not exist on toilet surfaces.

Security checkpoint at Helsinki airport.(Photo: Wilfredo Lee).

This study helps authorities come up with strategies to improve public health and prevent disease spread globally. Jonathan Van-Tam, professor of health protection at Nottingham University, recently identified research results that will have an impact on people's awareness of how to prevent epidemics in the cold season.

"There has been no previous study focused on the presence of bacteria at the airport," said Niina Ikonen, a specialist in virology in Finland. She added that the findings could boost many new ideas to improve the technology in architecture and the process of upgrading airports.

Finavia, Helsinki airport management company, confirmed that all surfaces at the airport are cleaned daily and security doors are often cleaned.

"For every passenger, what they can do is wash their hands properly. If sneezing or coughing, you need to use a handkerchief, tissue paper or a sleeve to cover your mouth. These simple steps can help prevent epidemics in public places, crowded , " said Van-Tam.