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How Infectious Disease Shaped American Bathroom Design

How Infectious Disease Shaped American Bathroom Design

FromShort Wave


How Infectious Disease Shaped American Bathroom Design

FromShort Wave

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Apr 23, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We're all spending more time these days at home — including our bathrooms. But why do they look the way they do? From toilets to toothbrush holders, bioethicist and journalist Elizabeth Yuko explains how infectious diseases like tuberculosis and influenza shaped American bathroom design. And, we explore how the current pandemic could inspire a new wave of innovation in the bathroom.
Released:
Apr 23, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.