Published Apr 23, 2020
How Infectious Disease Shaped American Bathroom Design
Elizabeth Yuko delves into the historical and current impact of infectious diseases on American bathroom design, highlighting how pandemics like tuberculosis and COVID-19 have driven shifts toward hygienic and functional spaces, including the growing adoption of bidets for their personal and ecological benefits.
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