PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are toxic chemicals that have been linked to problems like thyroid disease, testicular cancer, high cholesterol, decreased fertility, damage to the immune system, kidney cancer, and low birth weight.
also from the article.
While health of FreeQs in mind, here is another one I saved a bit of from article at NaturalNews.com:
https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-01-handheld-electronic-devices-source-of-toxic-chemicals.html
Handheld electronic devices found to be a potential source of toxic chemicals.
These chemicals are often used either as flame retardants or plasticizers that make materials such as polyvinyl chloride more flexible and durable.
there is growing evidence linking OPEs to health problems. Scientists from the U.S., Canada, China and Norway are finding connections between exposure to OPEs and ===>>> thyroid cancer, fertility problems and impaired brain development in children.
Researchers find that BPA-free plastics still cause chromosomal abnormalities, hormone disruption
It makes a lot of sense to wipe handheld devices periodically to remove toxins found on their surfaces, more so given that children and adults constantly use them. In addition, Diamond suggests that we wash our hands frequently since washing reduces our exposure to these chemicals.