Cancer and Cell Phones

Today I am blogging about the usage of cell phones and how they are tied to many cancer cases. Researchers have said that constant exposure to cell phones will emit electromagnetic radiation which can cause brain cancer. Andrea Boland, a state representative of Maine said, " Users especially children and preganant women should keep this device away from the head and body." You're probably thinking, "How can cell phone usage be linked to cancer?" According to research from cancer.org, the antenna of a phone contains strong RF waves. As these waves travel out of the antenna and away from the phone, the strength of the waves decreases as they lose energy. When holding the phone up to your head while talking, your're at risk of exposure to RF waves; and your risk of exposure to RF waves increases, the closer the antenna is to your head. Despite all of the research that says about cell phones usage may cause cancer, scientists have still not proven that there is a direct link between the two. Nevertheless, companies such as The American Cancer Institute are saying that further experiments are needed before a conclusion is made on the issue. Until then, if you are having concerns about being exposed to rf waves while using a cell phone, there are things that can be done to lower your risks. You can use a bluetooth or other hands free devices, you can use a phone with a low SAR value, and you can limit your cell phone use.