3.3.4 Mitigations
Approximately 60% stated they have taken measures at home to reduce the risks associated with olfactory dysfunction. Recurring examples were installing gas detectors, being more cautious (e.g. throwing food away past best before date, not having gas at all, etc.), and relying on another person’s sense of smell. For individuals who did not take measures at home they said they were unaware gas detectors existed. Measures taken by employer (43%) includes setting up smoke/gas detectors, requiring to work with a colleague, and providing extra protection against Covid-19. However, it should be noted that roughly a quarter of the participants were retired, and therefore deemed the question as not relevant.