What a load of nanny state scare mongering bollox

If you're travelling to a tropical or subtropical region of the world where hookworm infections are common, avoid walking barefoot in areas where there may be contaminated soil, and don't touch soil or sand with your bare hands,” the NHS says.

Burs or 3 corner jacks called in Oz.

I agree ,  like stepping on a tack and usually it's never just 1 of the bastids , you're picking out several.