chabad Posted February 8, 2020 #1 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Having a random family discussion and would love to hear everyone's thoughts on would you or would you not use public toilets based off of what's going on with this coronavirus? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Steelers0854 Posted February 8, 2020 #2 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I’m much more worried about the norovirus than the coronavirus. As long as you wash your hands as recommended and use a towel to open the door I don’t have any concerns using a public bathroom. 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Peachypooh Posted February 8, 2020 #3 Share Posted February 8, 2020 You have to do what you think makes you comfortable. I venture to say that the public toilets are usually very clean as they clean them continuously. That said I would use a towel to open the door and make sure I wash my hands thoroughly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevintheIrishDJ Posted February 8, 2020 #4 Share Posted February 8, 2020 We avoid them as much as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywildcatfanone Posted February 8, 2020 #5 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I avoid them when at all possible, would absolutely prefer to go back to my cabin. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted February 8, 2020 #6 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I have never had a qualm about using public toilet. EM 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdiebill Posted February 8, 2020 #7 Share Posted February 8, 2020 We use the toilet in our stateroom and avoid public toilets as much as possible to reduce the possibility of exposure to norovirus. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigGuy25 Posted February 8, 2020 #8 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I have no problems with them. And, I agree norovirus is a much bigger concern on ship’s at this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted February 8, 2020 #9 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I also try to avoid them. One can't always but I always try to make it back to my room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susancruzs Posted February 8, 2020 #10 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I rarely use them, figure I can go to my cabin, get some extra steps for my daily walk! It doesn't concern me using them, but heading back to my cabin isn't a problem. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CineGraphic Posted February 8, 2020 #11 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I plan on not going to the bathroom at all during our next cruise. I shouldn't be hard to find, I'll be the one with the funny walk. 6 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jeter02 Posted February 8, 2020 #12 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Just now, CineGraphic said: I plan on not going to the bathroom at all during our next cruise. I shouldn't be hard to find, I'll be the one with the funny walk. Depends is a person's best friend 😬 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weedpindle Posted February 8, 2020 #13 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Be adult. Make up your own mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatour Posted February 8, 2020 #14 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I have no qualms about using public toilets. If I returned to my cabin every time I needed to use the facilities, it would seriously cut into my drinking time. 🙂 Serious though, I am religious about washing my hands, and if the door is not automated, using a paper towel to open the door upon leaving. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billco Posted February 8, 2020 #15 Share Posted February 8, 2020 The public toilets are just one part of a public ship. I would be more concerned about using a public elevator. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pris993 Posted February 8, 2020 #16 Share Posted February 8, 2020 we avoid public restrooms - wash our hands constantly, never use the chemicals in the buffet... we have learned to set the cabin temperature at the lowest setting for heat before going to bed, so we don't have the cold air from the air conditioning blowing on us all night while sleeping... we avoid shaking hands with others as well. Helps to keep us healthy when traveling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 5:00_Somewhere Posted February 8, 2020 #17 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I have no qualms about using the public restrooms on cruise ships. As others have said, they are typically very clean and are cleaned constantly. That said, no matter where I go, I always make sure to wash my hands thoroughly and repeatedly, especially before eating; and I try to avoid touching my mouth (though I am not obsessive about it). One thing I can say about using a public restroom is that it is highly (and disturbingly) educational with respect to other passengers' hand-washing habits. In my experience, the vast majority of passengers I see "washing their hands" in public restrooms do no more than stick their hands under the water for a second, dry them and leave. This does absolutely nothing to actually clean their hands; and if that's how they "wash their hands" when they think others might be watching, just imagine what they do (or don't do) in the privacy of their own cabins. Regardless of where you choose to "relieve yourself", I highly recommend being conscious of your own "sanitation". That's the best way to help assure you will not become ill on a cruise. We have more than 30 cruises under our belts, have always used the public restrooms regularly, and have never once gotten Norovirus (knock wood), even on ships that were on alert because it was present. I don't know if that's helpful, but it's my 2¢. Happy cruising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabbiesmum Posted February 8, 2020 #18 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I always take the stairs if I possibly can, need the exercise, and avoid using the handrail if possible. If I do use the lift I use a knuckle to press the buttons and again don't hold the handrails. Followed by a handwash as soon as possible afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted February 8, 2020 #19 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Using public toilets should be OK as long as one practices good hygiene. Do not touch your face, scrub your hands with warm soapy water, and do not touch any surfaces including the door or door handle. Similar to another post, we have managed to avoid Noro despite having spent far more then 1000 days on cruise ships. Our secret is to simply wash our hands, often, and minimize touching our face, eyes, nose, and mouth. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALWAYS CRUZIN Posted February 8, 2020 #20 Share Posted February 8, 2020 3 hours ago, Essiesmom said: I have never had a qualm about using public toilet. EM Agree. They are kept clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcrcruiser Posted February 8, 2020 #21 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Wash Wash Wash your hands is the answer before meals & after every bathroom use whether private or public to stay healthy any where .The Noro virus can be any where there are people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted February 8, 2020 #22 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I have seen Princess recommend using your own cabin bathroom when ever possible especially during flu season. But when you have to go you have to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted February 8, 2020 #23 Share Posted February 8, 2020 1 hour ago, pris993 said: we avoid public restrooms - wash our hands constantly, never use the chemicals in the buffet... we have learned to set the cabin temperature at the lowest setting for heat before going to bed, so we don't have the cold air from the air conditioning blowing on us all night while sleeping... we avoid shaking hands with others as well. Helps to keep us healthy when traveling "Chemicals in the buffet"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chabad Posted February 8, 2020 Author #24 Share Posted February 8, 2020 what chemicals are in the buffet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summer slope Posted February 8, 2020 #25 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Maybe they mean the Purell stands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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