AU COMMISSION CHAIRPERSON ARRIVES IN BAMAKO TO REVIVE DIALOGUE WITH MALI. (PHOTO).

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 AU Commission Chairperson Arrives in Bamako to Revive Dialogue With Mali Mahmoud Ali Youssouf arrived for a two-day official visit, according to an AU statement. He was welcomed by Mali’s Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop and is also expected to meet with President Assimi Goïta, it said, Sputnik reported. The visit comes as Mali remains suspended from AU activities since June 2021. The AU has reaffirmed its support for Mali’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while proposing increased assistance to the security sector.

RESEARCH INDICATES THAT SMARTPHONES HARBOR MORE BACTERIA THAN TOILET SEATS. (PHOTO).

 


Research indicates that smartphones harbor significantly more bacteria than toilet seats. 

A survey conducted by MattressNextDay identified the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a potentially infectious bacterium, on most devices. This bacterium is also found in cockroach droppings, underscoring the health risks associated with inadequate smartphone cleanliness.


This situation is particularly concerning given the correlation between smartphone addiction and hygiene practices. Many users spend substantial amounts of time on their devices, often neglecting proper cleaning protocols. An NIH study revealed that 43% of medical students used their phones in restrooms, yet only 23% disinfected them regularly.


Furthermore, a survey by NordVPN found that smartphones can carry potentially harmful germs up to ten times more than toilet bowls. A significant issue arises from individuals bringing their phones into the bathroom, thereby exposing them to bacteria that can lead to urinary tract infections and other digestive complications.


Smartphones have become central to daily life, with nearly 50 million people in the UK sleeping with their devices nearby. Seventy-four percent report that they cannot leave their phones outside the bedroom. This habit not only increases exposure to bacteria but also disrupts sleep, as the blue light emitted from screens interferes with melatonin production.


Melatonin is a hormone released by the brain in response to darkness. It plays a crucial role in regulating sleep and synchronizing circadian rhythms, which constitute the body’s 24-hour internal clock. 

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