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A Department of Science and Technology-funded study conducted by the Ateneo de Manila University found that having fewer barriers in public transport vehicles reduced the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

File photo MANILA - A recent study done by the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) found that less barriers in public transport actually reduce the risk of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) transmission, Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato de la Pena said. "Results of the study show that the number of barriers and their arrangement greatly affect the airflow within these (public utility) vehicles. Barriers can be the seats with backrests, acetate or plastic barr...