Reports skin discoloration after Apple Watch use and requests more research into long-term close-contact …

HHS public comment #3401 · HHS-OASH-2026-0397 · 2026-10-17

#1Reports skin discoloration after Apple Watch use and requests more research into long-term close-contact …by Samantha Hisle » 2026-10-17
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Reports skin discoloration after Apple Watch use and requests more research into long-term close-contact smartwatch exposure.

  • Research & federal duties: Watch use and feel there haven’t been enough studies into long term close contact of smart watches.
  • Other concerns: and contacting the skin. I have experienced discoloration, not related to tanning, from Apple Watch use and feel there hav

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I am concerned about the long term effects of smart watches being worn daily and contacting the skin. I have experienced discoloration, not related to tanning, from Apple Watch use and feel there haven’t been enough studies into long term close contact of smart watches.

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