The overall tone indicates strong support, with many posts highlighting how mobile phones may act as 'Trojan horses' for pathogens, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and urging people to disinfect their devices regularly. The use of phrases like 'potential health risk,' 'extend diseases,' and 'urgent need' reflect both concern and a call for behavioral change, illustrating profound engagement and perceived significance of the research.
AgreementStrong agreement
Most discussions emphasize the potential health risks posed by mobile phones as microbial carriers, supporting the article’s findings and stressing the importance of hygiene.
InterestHigh interest
Participants demonstrate high interest by actively sharing reflections, personal practices, and emphasizing the relevance of disinfection amid ongoing health concerns.
EngagementHigh engagement
Posts frequently reference specific microbes, suggest cleaning routines, and analyze implications of the research, showing deep engagement.
ImpactHigh impact
The widespread concern and recommendations for action suggest these discussions could influence personal behaviors and public health policies.
Abstract in brief
Mobile phones are potential hotspots for the transmission of various microbes, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, which pose a public health risk globally.
A review of 56 studies from 24 countries found that bacteria, especially Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, are commonly present on mobile phones in both healthcare and community settings, with fungi and viruses also detected.
Although the review did not focus specifically on COVID-19, it highlights how mobile phones could act as carriers for infectious agents, especially during epidemics and pandemics, emphasizing the need for better hygiene practices.]
Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wipe to clean your phone and do this as often as possible https://t.co/U2nja6Adie
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Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review @RPrasad12 @sandygrains @Neurophysik https://t.co/w5ojiqgqN5
@usimov1 ¡De nada! Sobre el contagio de este virus en concreto, no lo sé, aún no he visto ningún estudio. Pero sobre la contaminación microbiológica de los smartphones, sí los hay.
Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review
https://t.co/uMGDtnHuG9
RT @DrMichaelMol: Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wi…
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David Quinto
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@facha_renacido @mercedesper24 @ChakNorris93 Ese tuit mío es del 12/04/2020 y mira, “qué casualidad”, el 20/04/2020 se publica esta revisión sobre los móviles como vectores de transmisión
Using mobile phones in toilets can harbor pathogenic and multidrug-resistant bacteria, posing health risks. The study highlights the importance of hygiene and reducing phone use in unsanitary places to prevent bacterial…
Demodex folliculorum is a face mite. This video covers its symptoms, causes, and treatments, with insights from Cleveland Clinic. Mobile phones may play a role in microbial transmission, highlighting the importance of…
Mobile phones can harbor bacteria, fungi, and viruses, posing public health risks. This review emphasizes the importance of hygiene practices to reduce microbial transmission through personal devices, especially during…
@facha_renacido @mercedesper24 @ChakNorris93 Ese tuit mío es del 12/04/2020 y mira, “qué casualidad”, el 20/04/2020 se publica esta revisión sobre los móviles como vectores de transmisión
@usimov1 ¡De nada! Sobre el contagio de este virus en concreto, no lo sé, aún no he visto ningún estudio. Pero sobre la contaminación microbiológica de los smartphones, sí los hay.
Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review
https://t.co/uMGDtnHuG9
Los teléfonos móviles podrían estar ayudando a extender enfermedades como la COVID-19
https://t.co/3O0GH1EAhu
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Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review
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RT @DrMichaelMol: Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wi…
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RT @DrMichaelMol: Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wi…
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Dr. Fathima Mahomed (PhD)
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RT @DrMichaelMol: Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wi…
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Dr Michael Mol
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Mobile #phones not only carry bacteria but also fungi, protozoa, and more than likely, coronavirus. Use a disinfectant wipe to clean your phone and do this as often as possible https://t.co/U2nja6Adie
May 15, 2020 · 6 likes · 5 shares · 23,229 followersView post →
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Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review @RPrasad12 @sandygrains @Neurophysik https://t.co/w5ojiqgqN5
How often do you clean your #phone? A new study warns mobile phones could be acting as 'Trojan horses' for coronavirus and urges billions of users worldwide to decontaminate their devices daily. Reference: https://t.co/V1oUyVyzIl https://t.co/RZjWs8mLuz
Mobile phones represent a pathway for microbial transmission: A scoping review | 28 April 2020
- this work exposes the possible role of mobile phones as a ‘Trojan horse’ contributing to the transmission of microbial infections in epidemics and pandemics.
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