Study: Nearly All Wristbands Harboring Potentially Harmful Bacteria

New research shows 95% of wristbands may be harboring potentially harmful bacteria. Some wristbands, like ones made from plastic or rubber, were more contaminated than metal wristbands. Experts say that people should start sanitizing wristbands more often to help keep themselves and others around them healthy.

Prevalence and Disinfection of Bacteria Associated with Various Types of Wristbands

Ontario LTC On X: OLTCA Would Like To Welcome Our Newest

Study: Nearly All Wristbands Harboring Potentially Harmful Bacteria

Lateral flow assays (LFA) for detection of pathogenic bacteria: A small point-of-care platform for diagnosis of human infectious diseases - ScienceDirect

Marine microorganisms - Wikipedia

FAU study: Clean your wristbands, they may contain E. coli – UNIVERSITY PRESS

Your Apple Watch Could Be a Health Hazard

Harmony Health

FAU reseachers say Apple Watch, Fitbit wristbands carry bacteria – NBC 6 South Florida

FAU FAU Study Reveals Common Wristbands 'Hotbed' for Harmful Bacteria

Study: Nearly All Wristbands Harboring Potentially Harmful Bacteria

NourishWellness

Study: Nearly All Wristbands Harboring Potentially Harmful Bacteria

New Research Shows That Bacteria Get “Hangry, Too