A Notre Dame study reveals fluoroelastomer smartwatch bands from top brands may contain PFAS, raising concerns about exposure ...

Pricier bands are more durable, but the material could be a health hazard. According to a new study from the University of ...

Smartwatch bands have been found to contain high levels of PFHxA, a harmful "forever chemical" that could be leaching into ...

Peaslee noted that the public might not recognize fluoroelastomers as a type of PFAS, leading to unintentional exposure.

Scientists have tested the level of PFAS in some consumer smartwatch bands They found elevated levels of "forever chemicals" ...

The study concluded that wristbands over $30 contained a higher level of fluorine than cheaper priced ones under $15. Of the 20 distinct PFAS tested, researchers found that PFHxA was the most common, ...

The study, which was just published in the American Chemical Society’s journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters, ...

“If the consumer wishes to purchase a higher-priced band, we suggest that they read the product descriptions and avoid any that are listed as containing fluoroelastomers,” Wicks was quoted as ...

Smartwatches and fitness trackers have become ubiquitous forms of wearable tech, accompanying many people throughout their ...

While your fitness tracker helps you monitor steps and heart rate, new research suggests it could also expose you to harmful ...

We get sweaty with the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro with its built-in GPS for run tracking — and see if it's worth the extra money ...

According to a new study from the University of Notre Dame, your smartwatch band is exposing your wrist to so-called forever chemicals. Researchers found exceptionally high levels of ...