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Cell phones have 18 times more bacteria than a toilet handle
If you use another person's phone, 30 percent of a virus can make it to your fingertips just by touching the screen. If you rub your eyes, bite your nails, or put your hands to your face, the virus can get into your system. The information comes from a study from the July Journal of Applied Microbiology.
We're not saying you should stop playing with your friends' mobile phones or never let anyone touch yours. As we move into fall though, and with the flu season coming up, just keep the information in mind. Remember, there are plenty of other ways to spread the flu. Don't be paranoid about it; as long as your immune system is working, worrying about getting sick is probably more harmful than doing your best to use every single phone in sight while walking down the street.
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Guest
on October 15, 2010 4:09 PM |
remember public phone booths? Nothing like getting sticky fingers and the smell of urine while making a call. now those were the days. |
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captaincranky
on October 15, 2010 4:19 PM |
This is something that might cause concern, bordering on paranoia, with the imbeciles that religiously watch the "Today" show. But seriously....DILLIGAF.....? I say, "always use toilet paper instead of just your hands when you potty". That'll cut the bacteria down a bit. Oh, and don't forget a good healthy squirt of "Purel", into your enema bag from time to time. |
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mccartercar
on October 15, 2010 4:20 PM |
Interesting piece, seeing as how the last WOF was about touch technology. Again touching is slow, inefficient, and imo only applicable to certain niches. Should have been able to teleport a beer in my hand with my mind by now, but everyone is still just poking for now. /pun |
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Relic
on October 15, 2010 4:58 PM |
Not surprising in the least especially when people share similar to a TV remote or keyboard which for many households is covered in germs as they say. On top of that you can see every greasy fingerprint on the screen like displayed iPads at retail stores *shivers*. |
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captaincranky
on October 15, 2010 5:19 PM |
This shouldn't be too much of a problem, at least for people who have working immune systems. Now, E Coli in your hamburger, or Salmonella in your chicken, that would be a different story. |
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stewi0001
on October 15, 2010 5:54 PM |
I hear elevator buttons are worse XD |
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captaincranky
on October 15, 2010 6:02 PM |
I hear elevator buttons are worse XD So is buying a pair of Paris Hilton's used panties on Ebay... |
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Guest
on October 15, 2010 6:48 PM |
but they smell so yummy |
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red1776
on October 15, 2010 7:08 PM |
but they smell so yummy I just threw up in my mouth a little.... |
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captaincranky
on October 15, 2010 7:09 PM |
but they smell so yummy That's hot....!
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captaincranky
on October 15, 2010 7:16 PM |
Paris's panties are what real men call "leftovers for dinner".... I just threw up in my mouth a little.... Don't swallow, save that, you'll need the enzymes to soften up the crotch area
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tengeta
on October 15, 2010 9:08 PM |
Our skin carries more bacteria than an entire toilet seat, these comparisons are ridiculous. |
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abe10tiger
on October 15, 2010 11:45 PM |
EW..... my phone contains germs... XD |
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Archean
on October 16, 2010 12:33 AM |
So basically I can execute a murder plan by simply placing some 'unimaginably contagious and dangerous' bug on my cell and handing it to the targeted person ...... hmm interesting thought. |
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abe10tiger
on October 16, 2010 12:59 AM |
So basically I can execute a murder plan by simply placing some 'unimaginably contagious and dangerous' bug on my cell and handing it to the targeted person ...... hmm interesting thought. LOL! The easiest way to murder some one! XD... joke.. |
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captaincranky
on October 16, 2010 1:41 AM |
Now Playing....!! >>>>>> "The Andromeda Stain <<<<<< I think I'd rather stick to Paris Hilton's Panties (pun intended), than risk my life yapping on some smelly iPhone. You know where she's been, you can rent the video, but the phone no, no, no, no, that could have been anywhere. If this thread continues any further, we'll need to have a hazardous waste symbol smiley, (with undies on its head). |
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Archean
on October 16, 2010 1:58 AM |
Hmm it seems like Captain don't really like Mid Summer Murders ........ Edit: By the way captain, you make it sound like as if Paris Hamilton is an porn actress or something like that (although even if she isn't, she sure seem to have some talent for that). |
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captaincranky
on October 16, 2010 2:14 AM |
By the way captain, you make it sound like as if Paris Hamilton is an porn actress or something like that (although even if she isn't, she sure seem to have some talent for that). Actually, I wasn't joking about the video. Several years ago, Ms Hilton was filmed in a sex tape scandal. The tape was printed and sold as porn, over the counter. Here's the Google search results on it; [link] If you click on any of this s***, you're on your own. As a matter of public interest, most women possess the ability to be porn stars. It's just they become increasingly disinclined to prove it, the longer you know them, and paradoxically, the more you buy them. |
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captaincranky
on October 16, 2010 2:43 PM |
Don't Forget to Shake the Handle for Better Reception Cell phones have 18 times more bacteria than a toilet handle With that being said, I'm going to go call someone on my toilet..... |
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Archean
on October 16, 2010 3:22 PM |
Not sure 'someone' would want to do it, perhaps if you get that handle installed outside of the house or something like that, it may be bit amusing but they'll be more inclined to do it. |
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captaincranky
on October 16, 2010 3:31 PM |
Or simply throw their "D" batteries away. Quiet on the set, we're rolling. |
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license27kill
on October 20, 2010 3:03 PM |
does this keyboard included too.. lol.,, obsessive compulsive |
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Lokalaskurar
on October 21, 2010 1:08 PM |
*Cell* phone... now that's a laugh... Of course a buttonpad contains germs, just like any public touch-zone that lacks cleaning. And as for the elevator button; germs are all around us, and when the flu comes round, wash your hands carefully and you'll probably be fine. |
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ruthrasnick
on October 25, 2010 7:19 AM |
Yuck!! I feel like vomiting reading this article. I won't use my mobile phone while eating . |
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Guest
on November 5, 2010 12:07 PM |
I found a great product called Celluwipes. These wipes are specifically made to remove the germs from cell phones and other mobile devices. They work awesome. Check them out at www.celluwipes.com |
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