Nowadays mobile phone has become an important part of our life. We keep it with us all the time, no matter where we are going, but do you know that this small device can also pose many dangers to us? Yes, there are thousands of bacteria (Mobile Screen Bacteria) on your mobile phone which can be harmful for your health.

We carry our phones everywhere, even to the bathroom. We use it while eating, while travelling and even while sleeping. During this time, many types of bacteria get stuck to the phone's screen and buttons through our hands. These bacteria can come not only from our hands, but also from the surfaces around us.

Due to these bacteria, we can get many diseases, such as flu, cough, diarrhea and skin infections. Apart from this, some bacteria are so dangerous that they can cause serious diseases. Therefore, it is very important to keep your mobile phone clean (Mobile Screen Hygiene Tips). Let us know which bacteria can be found on your phone and what you can do to avoid it.

Why is the mobile screen so dirty?

• Always with us: We carry our phones everywhere. In the kitchen, bathroom, while travelling and everywhere. In such a situation, the bacteria present in these places easily stick to the phone screen.
• Repeated touching: We touch our phone several times a day. After eating, after going to the toilet, without washing hands, that is, all the time. This causes bacteria to reach the phone screen directly.
• Leaving it anywhere: We often leave our phones on tables, benches or other surfaces. These surfaces can also be full of bacteria.

Bacteria found on mobile screens

• Escherichia coli: This bacteria is normally found in feces and can cause severe diarrhea, urine infections, and kidney disease .
• Staphylococcus: This bacteria can cause skin infections, pneumonia and even food poisoning. When you use the phone while eating, these bacteria can enter your mouth and nose.
• Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA): This is a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics. This infection can be difficult to treat.
• Streptococcus pyogenes: This bacteria causes throat and skin infections and can survive for long periods on many surfaces.

Why are bacteria on mobile screen dangerous?

• Risk of infection: When we touch our phone, these bacteria get transferred to our hands and face. If we do not wash our hands properly, these bacteria can enter our body and cause various types of infections.
• Eye Infection: We often touch our eyes while looking at our phones. This can cause bacteria to enter the eyes and cause eye infections.
• Other health problems: Some studies have shown that bacteria present on mobile screens can also increase allergies and breathing problems.

Ways to clean mobile screen

• Clean regularly: Your phone should be cleaned at least once a day.
• Use a soft cloth: Always use a soft cloth to clean the phone.
• Use disinfectant wipes: You can also use disinfectant wipes to clean your phone.
• Do not use alcohol: Alcohol can damage the phone screen so do not use it.

Keep these things in mind too

• Don't bring it close to your mouth or nose when you're talking on the phone.
• Avoid using the phone while eating.
• Avoid using mobile phone in the toilet.
• Keep your phone carefully in public places.