Airlines are looking into new wellness programs for ultra-long, nonstop flights, including changing menus to promote hydration. We hear about those strategies, and get tips for avoiding germs on any flight. We learn how filthy the bathrooms are, how contaminated the water can be, and why you should keep that overhead fan on all the time.
The dirtiest spot on a plane, and how to stay healthy onboard
Credits
Guests:
- Dr. Mark Gendreau - emergency medicine doctor and chief medical officer of Beverly and Addison Gilbert Hospital in Massachusetts
- Scott McCartney - airline reporter, Wall Street Journal