Do smartphones turn users into zombies?

Cara Livernois | | Health Exec | Precision Medicine

Most people carrying a smartphone on them at all times, as something of an extra appendage. The constant companion provides 24/7 access to online apps, games and social media, but how does it affect users' brains?

Walking down the street, riding on the bus and even sitting in the car in traffic—people can look around and see plenty of others staring at screens. A Forbes article by Sarah Hedgecock reviews the top five things everyone should know about their phones before blaming the devices for a fried brain.

Read the full story by clicking the link below: 

Is Your iPhone Really Frying Your Brain? Five Things You Need To Know

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Cara Livernois, News Writer

Cara joined TriMed Media in 2016 and is currently a Senior Writer for Clinical Innovation & Technology. Originating from Detroit, Michigan, she holds a Bachelors in Health Communications from Grand Valley State University.

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