Sharing food spreads ‘stomach viruses’? Study says germs can transmit via saliva. Read here | Mint - Mint

The transmission of these so-called enteric viruses through saliva suggests that coughing, talking, sneezing, sharing food and utensils, and even kissing all have the potential for spreading the viruses.

This class of viruses develops in the salivary glands of mice and can cause diarrheal diseases especially the ones people suffer from on ships and cruises.  Scientists made the discovery that the spr… [+4666 chars]

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