Those Blankets and Pillows On-Board Aren’t as Clean as You Think
Everyone appreciates a gift that didn’t cost anything, and many airlines provide comforts like pillows and blankets without charging extra. However, some of these giveaways pose real risks to our well-being. It may surprise some to realize that these complimentary items contain germs and bacteria.
They are seldom cleaned and are used several times by many different guests. In fact, Wall Street Journal reporters investigating found that airlines often only wash their blankets once every five to 30 days!
