Sniffer dogs to reduce coronavirus outbreaks at workplaces

Bea the German Shepherd sniffer dog has been trained to detect the smell of people infected by coronavirus. Photo: dpa

Although pandemic restrictions have been lifted it many countries around the world, researchers believe that sniffer dogs could still be of use in preventing coronavirus outbreaks at large companies and shared working spaces.

Sniffer dogs trained to sniff out coronavirus infection are suitable for use in everyday situations, large gatherings and events, researchers say in a study published in the scientific journal BMJ Global Health in November.