Open windows beat germs Opening windows may offer a simple way to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and other airborne infections, suggests a new study.
What causes TB? TB is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis which usually spreads through the air from an infectious person to others.
Open windows prevent TB A study has shown that opening windows can be more effective than using mechanical ventilation at reducing the risk of transmission of airborne diseases such as tuberculosis.