15 Questions
What is a common route for acquiring infection?
Picking up bacteria and viruses from hands
Which type of bacteria can cause tuberculosis and diphtheria?
Actinobacteria
Why is sanitizing your phone a regular process?
Because even after cleaning, phones can be recolonized by microorganisms
What is the minimum percentage of alcohol required in wipes or sprays to disinfect phone casings and touch screens?
70%
What is recommended to avoid your phone becoming colonized with germs?
Touching your phone with clean hands and keeping it away when not in use
Phones contain ______ which can harbour and transmit viruses.
plastic
The ______ cold virus can live on hard plastic surfaces for up to a week.
common
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has introduced guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting ______ phones.
mobile
The US Federal Communications Commission recommends daily sanitation of your ______ and other devices.
phone
You might also want to occasionally sanitise your ______ charger when you are cleaning your phone.
phone
What are some examples of bacteria that can be found on mobile phones?
E.coli, Staphylococcus, Actinobacteria, Citrobacter, Enterococcus, Klebsiella, Micrococcus, Proteus, Pseudomonas, and Streptococcus
Why is it important to regularly clean and disinfect mobile phones?
Because many pathogens on phones are antibiotic resistant and can cause life-threatening infections
What types of viruses can be found on mobile phones?
The common cold virus, COVID-19, rotavirus, influenza, and norovirus
How can you prevent your phone from becoming colonized with germs?
By handling your phone with clean hands, keeping it in your pocket or bag when not in use, and sanitizing it regularly
Why is it important to wash your hands after cleaning your phone?
To prevent the spread of germs from your phone to your hands and other surfaces
Did you know that your mobile phone can pose a hidden health risk? Find out how your phone can be a breeding ground for microbial infections and what you can do to protect yourself. Take this quiz to learn more about the lesser-known health risks associated with mobile phone use.
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