Hygiene, Volume 6, Issue 1

Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide and a major cause of several cancers. HPV vaccination is the most effective measure of preventing HPV infection, but knowledge and attitudes...

Verapamil (VER) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat cardiovascular diseases. However, some studies also suggest its antimicrobial potential. Changes in calcium abundance in yeasts can lead to decreased expression of transcription factors for g...

Seafood processing environments represent some of the most demanding hygienic settings in the global food sector. High humidity, variable temperatures, and heavy organic residues promote the persistence of Listeria monocytogenes, Vibrio spp., and Sal...

Background: Hygiene and food-safety training is a critical public health strategy for preventing contamination and promoting safe food-handling practices in community settings. This study evaluated the long-term effectiveness of In-person, Online, an...

Background: Despite its crucial role in overall health, oral health is frequently overlooked within healthcare systems, partly due to the misconception that oral diseases are neither life-threatening nor directly disabling. This perception has led to...

Background/Objectives: Although children’s playgrounds foster physical, cognitive and emotional health, sandpits can harbour antibiotic-resistant bacteria, representing a health concern for kids. Therefore, this point prevalence study investiga...

Background: Domestic refrigeration and egg handling are key factors in ensuring household food safety. Inadequate temperature control and poor hygiene in refrigerators can promote the survival and growth of foodborne pathogens. This study aimed to (i...

Background: Tracheostomy procedures are associated with increased risk of nosocomial infections due to microbial colonization and biofilm formation on tube surfaces. These biofilms contribute to persistent infections and hinder clinical recovery. Pla...