The cellular phone scare

The scare about cellular phones causing brain cancer is examined in the light of what is known about: effects of RF radiation on human beings. The concern focused on the portable cellular phones that can be slipped into a pocket or purse, because their antennas lie right alongside a user's head. Standards for electromagnetic (EM) radiation exposure are discussed, and research results to date on the effects of EM radiation is summarized. Changes to phones that might reduce exposure and the potential impact of public fear on the market for cellular phones are considered.<
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