Publications by authors named "Cynthia Ogochukwu Odi"
Indian J Public Health
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Kitchen sponges in homes are significant contributors to foodborne diseases due to their ability to harbor and transmit bacteria.
- A study in Abakaliki metropolis, Nigeria, analyzed 50 kitchen sponges and found that over half were contaminated with multidrug-resistant bacteria, including Salmonella, Klebsiella, and E. coli.
- The results highlight a serious public health issue, emphasizing the need for proper cleaning and disinfection of kitchen sponges to prevent the spread of resistant infections.
