Table 2. Study population.
Study population | No. | Gender | Median age, years (range) | Health status | Antibiotic therapy | Use of face mask |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pig farm workers | 16 | 2 women | 32.5 (21–54) | Healthy (n = 16) | No (n = 16) | No (n = 16) |
14 men | Yes (n = 0) | Yes (n = 0) | ||||
Volunteers | 8 | 7 women | 25.5 (22–44) | Healthy (n = 8) | No (n = 8) | No (n = 8) |
1 man | Yes (n = 0) | Yes (n = 0) |