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If your bathroom break becomes a full-time scrolling session, then you could also be risking your long term health. A study conducted by Boston researchers has linked this seemingly “harmless” habit to a 46% higher risk of a painful condition. Research conducted by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) found that adults who bring smartphones into the bathroom and use …

In our increasingly digital world, smartphones follow us everywhere, including the restroom. While this habit may seem harmless, a new peer-reviewed study published in PLOS ONE suggests otherwise. Researchers have found that using your smartphone while on the toilet may significantly increase your risk of developing hemorrhoids, a common but often painful condition. What are Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids, or piles, are …