Researchers found most smartwatches contain various bacteria including E. coli as most Americans report not cleaning them.
According to a new study published by Florida Atlantic University, 95% of smartwatch wristbands tested were contaminated.
FAU researchers said despite smartwatches often being worn by users around the clock, users often forgo cleaning their watch. Those with plastic and rubber wristbands were more susceptible to bacteria than metal bands. The researchers said staphylococcal can cause infections in the blood and lungs. The bacteria is often found in armpits and the groin.
“The quantity and taxonomy of bacteria we found on the wristbands show that there is a need for regular sanitation of these surfaces,” said Esiobu. “Even at relatively low numbers, these pathogens are of public health significance. Importantly, the ability of many of these bacteria to significantly affect the health of immunocompromised hosts indicates a special need for health care workers and others in hospital environments to regularly sanitize these surfaces.
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