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AYYou probably wear your smartwatch every day.
Most people do.
But there are a couple of things worth knowing.
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That watch sits directly on your skin for hours.
While it is on, it sends out radiofrequency signals.
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These signals are classified as possibly carcinogenic by the World Health Organization.
The closer the device is to your body, the higher the exposure.
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Then there is the strap.
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Recent testing found that many popular smartwatch bands contain PFAS, often called forever chemicals.
These chemicals are linked to hormone disruption, liver stress, and long term health problems.
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The skin on your wrist is thin.
PFAS can pass through the skin.
They build up in the body and do not break down easily.
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This is not about panic.
It is about awareness.
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Simple things that can help:
• Take the watch off when you do not need it
• Avoid wearing it all day or while sleeping
• Switch to a PFAS free strap made from natural materials
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Small changes like this can reduce daily exposure.
Over time, that matters.
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