Going to the toilet with a smartphone or tablet, has become a common for the most of people. Most people reasoned, it can fill their spare time while engrossed in playing smartphones while urinating, especially defecate. This habit is fun, isn't it? But do you know? According to scientists, this habit is very dangerous.This habit exposes you to the risk of bacterial infection of E. coli or salmonella, which does a lot of damage to your organs. Perhaps you are wondering, how can this happen?
According to the Dr. Lisa Ackerley, when you want to the toilet and hold the sensitive area, then you hold the phone, surely you do not think to wash your hands first, then all the bacteria will paste on your phone and hands. So what should be done? Well, according to Dr. Ron Cutler, not bringing a cell phone to the toilet is the right move to avoid the contamination of bacteria.
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He also said that the level of contamination depends on the location of the toilet, if the office toilets may not be too problem, but public toilets can significantly increase the risk of infection. Viruses can be transferred by anything, not just by hand or by air.
Germs can even survive on your phone for a few days. "The slightly warmer cell phone condition can create a nice environment for bacteria.If you eat candy and leave a sticky coating on the phone, it is a better place for bacteria," Dr. Cutler said. This is why it is very important to wash your hands with soap and water whenever you use the bathroom.
Germs can even survive on your phone for a few days. "The slightly warmer cell phone condition can create a nice environment for bacteria.If you eat candy and leave a sticky coating on the phone, it is a better place for bacteria," Dr. Cutler said. This is why it is very important to wash your hands with soap and water whenever you use the bathroom.
