Fitness trackers and smart watches have become a staple of modern life, with well over 100 million Americans using these devices to monitor their health.
More recently, they’ve gained popularity with children, many of whom will no doubt head back to school after the holiday sporting their very own unsightly high-tech wristwear.
Researchers have uncovered vulnerabilities that allow unauthorized users to track children’s movements or even communicate with them directly.
But while the health benefits are touted, the risks — both visible and hidden — are mounting.
A recent study from the University of Notre Dame revealed a rather shocking truth: These devices are loaded with toxic chemicals. Many fitness tracker bands contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as “forever chemicals” due to their near-indestructible nature.
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