It’s easy to understand how the accessibility we can enjoy with so many portable gadgets like iphones and netbooks can lead people to use them literally everywhere.
Bolton, Lancashire (PRWEB) August 05, 2011
A survey which question 5,000 British residents has revealed that the world of technology is affecting the way we live, even down to our toilet habits.
PC World, who commissioned the independent survey revealed that 50% of people confessed to spending up to half an hour per day on their mobile phone whilst in the bathroom, which is more time than is dedicated to brushing their teeth, or having a shower.
To further confirm this new love affair with technology, five out of ten people confessed to taking their mobile device or smart phone into the bath with them.
‘The survey shows that technology has become such an important focus and pastime in our lives that we spend more time using it at home than we do anything else, even ahead of eating, sleeping and working,’ says Anina Castle, a spokeswoman for PC World.
‘Although I’m not a fan of technology,’ Says Richard Dalton, owner of toilet cubicle suppliers, Qubicle. ‘It’s easy to understand how the accessibility we can enjoy with so many portable gadgets like iphones and netbooks can lead people to use them literally everywhere,’
Although the PC World survey covered other aspects of British home life, including bedroom and kitchen habits, it was separate research for National Gut Week which highlighted the health risks involved with allowing our love of gadgets to permeate our otherwise mundane bathroom routines.
The survey revealed that 75% of Brits have admitted to texting, internet surfing and blogging whilst behind washroom doors. 34% revealed that they had composed and sent text messages, 33% have held telephone conversations, and 7% have bought goods online whilst 1% provided their followers with a tweet - live from the loo.
The research, which involved survey over 2,000 people, also revealed how productive our bathroom time has become with 14% admitting that they were thinking about planning their next meal and 6% unable to wait any longer and actually eating and drinking whilst on the toilet.
It was also apparent that men were distracted when on the toilet than women, as 14% confessed to reading the stats of their favourite football team and 18% used their time on Sudoku and crosswords, some even keeping a collection of books in their vanity units.
‘It has been widely believed for years that we spend just over ten minutes per day in the bathroom,’ says Richard Dalton, of Bolton based toilet cubicle fitters, Qubicle. ‘But these new surveys really highlight how, as a nation, we’re getting addicted to our technology,’
The survey conducted by You Gov was commissioned by Yakult to mark the upcoming National Gut Week 2011, which aims to raise an awareness of gut disorders. ‘Some people do occupy their time on the toilet for all sorts of reasons,’ Says Christine Norton, Burdett Professor of Gastrointestinal Nursing. ‘In the past this was with a newspaper, magazine or book, but now involves using a wireless device to access the internet or answer emails. Generally this is harmless, but there are a few health risks worth being aware of.’
Results from the research confirmed this with 18% of people admitting to suffering from ‘pins and needles’ or cramp from occupying the toilet or washroom cubicles for long periods of time, and a total of 65% were unaware that this kind of activity for long periods of time can cause haemorrhoids.
National Gut Week has been highlighted annually since 1999 to raise public awareness of a good digestive system, and thanks to this new consumer research, hopefully, according to Richard Dalton of toilet cubicle suppliers Qubicle, encourage the nation to review their current commercial and industrial bathroom facilities.
‘We know how important it is to ensure all your toilet cubicles are working and available for customer use,’says Richard Dalton of shower cubicle suppliers, Qubicle. ‘On average, 7 out of 10 toilet cubicles are damaged or ‘Out Of Use’ and nationally each day over 20% of cubicles in schools, hospitals and public areas are out of service. This equates to thousands of cubicles that require some level of repair, which is why our Cubicle Doctor services were created.’
Toilet cubicle suppliers Qubicle is proud to offer Cubicle Doctor- a national toilet, washroom panels and washroom repair service regardless of the manufacturer or age of the product; where trained technicians are available to complete various maintenance services with access to a vast range of cubicle fittings and the ability to create bespoke products if required.
‘Out Of Use’ cubicles are not just frustrating and for customers, staff or pupils but can also cause inconvenience for the daily operation to a business or school’ Says Richard Dalton. ‘Our service is fast, cost efficient and designed to ensure your toilet cubicles are back to work as quickly as possible- whether the problem is due to age, vandalism or misuse, we are certain we can help.’
The website representing Gut Week is encouraging both business owners and service managers to get involved with the scheme. ‘Sometimes taking the first step to seeking help can come from simple information – a poster or leaflet,’ says a spokeswoman for the Love Your Gut website. ‘If you have a notice board or display area in your workplace, hall, hospital waiting room- anywhere- then perhaps you can help others take action in a simple way.’
Those requiring Gut Week display media can request information packs via the official website loveyourgut.com and apply for the road show to visit your workplace to raise an awareness of an importance of digestive health.
Other supporters of National Gut Week include TV’s Doctor Chris Steele, Celebrity Chef Antony Worrall Thompson and a host of TV and sports personalities, which is taking place with various organised events up and down the country 22nd-28th August 2011.
To arrange an appointment with the Cubicle Doctor Service from shower cubicle suppliers Qubicle, please visit http://www.qubicle.co.uk for further details.
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