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Are computer keyboards a source of superbugs and other bacteria?

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Re: Are computer keyboards a source of superbugs and other bacteria?
« Reply #20 on: 02/08/2017 21:40:10 »
We looked at this question in the Naked Scientists office recently; we found antibiotic-resistant bacteria growing on one keyboard, but we found anti-bacterial bugs growing on another keyboard!
https://www.thenakedscientists.com/articles/interviews/whats-growing-your-desk

We also interviewed Peter Wilson about anti-MRSA computer keyboards he has designed.
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Re: Are computer keyboards a source of superbugs and other bacteria?
« Reply #21 on: 03/08/2017 08:16:19 »
Yes not only computer device or other device is also a source of bacteria.
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Re: Are computer keyboards a source of superbugs and other bacteria?
« Reply #22 on: 21/08/2017 01:19:13 »
I have the same situation but yours is worst. How long you've been cleaned up you keyboard? Unclean keyboard may be the source of bacteria that cannot be seen in your naked eye. I bought a vacuum annd I clean it at least once a week.
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