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"term": "no adverse health effect",
"snippet": "line, the induced currents are very small compared to thresholds for producing shock and other electrical effects. Heating is the main biological effect of the electromagnetic fields of radiofrequency fields. In microwave ovens this fact is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a health hazard. An adverse health effect causes detectable impairment of the health of the exposed individual or of his or her offspring; a biological effect, on the other hand, may or may not result in an adverse health effect. It is not disputed that electromagnetic fields above certain levels can trigger biological effects. Experiments with healthy volunteers indicate that short-term exposure at the levels present in the environment or in the home do not cause any apparent detrimental effects. Exposures to higher levels that m"
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"term": "adverse health effects",
"snippet": "e, the induced currents are very small compared to thresholds for producing shock and other electrical effects. Heating is the main biological effect of the electromagnetic fields of radiofrequency fields. In microwave ovens this fact is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a health hazard. An adverse health effect causes detectable impairment of the health of the exposed individual or of his or her offspring; a biological effect, on the other hand, may or may not result in an adverse health effect. It is not disputed that electromagnetic fields above certain levels can trigger biological effects. Experiments with healthy volunteers indicate that short-term exposure at the levels present in the environment or in the home do not cause any apparent detrimental effects. Exposures to higher levels that migh"
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"snippet": "f electric charges at their surface. They cause current to flow through the body to the ground. Low-frequency magnetic fields induce circulating currents within the human body. The strength of these currents depends on the intensity of the outside magnetic field. If sufficiently large, these currents could cause stimulation of nerves and muscles or affect other biological processes. Both electric and magnetic fields induce voltages and currents in the body but even directly beneath a high voltage transmission line, the induced currents are very small compared to thresholds for producing shock and other electrical effects. Heating is the main biological effect of the electromagnetic fields of radiofrequency fields. In microwave ovens this fact is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a health hazard. An a"
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"term": "health hazard",
"snippet": "t is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a health hazard. An adverse health effect causes detectable impairment of the health of the exposed individual or of his or her offspring; a biological effect, on the other hand, may or may not result in an adverse health effect. It is not disputed that electromagnetic fields above certain levels can trigger biological effects. Experiments with healthy volunteers indicate that short-term exposure at the levels present in the environment or in the home do not cause any apparent detrimental effects. Exposures to higher levels that might be harmful are restricted by national and international guidelines. The current debate is centred on whether long-term low level exposure can evoke biological responses and influence people's well being. Widespread concerns for hea"
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"term": "radiofrequency",
"snippet": "rent to flow through the body to the ground. Low-frequency magnetic fields induce circulating currents within the human body. The strength of these currents depends on the intensity of the outside magnetic field. If sufficiently large, these currents could cause stimulation of nerves and muscles or affect other biological processes. Both electric and magnetic fields induce voltages and currents in the body but even directly beneath a high voltage transmission line, the induced currents are very small compared to thresholds for producing shock and other electrical effects. Heating is the main biological effect of the electromagnetic fields of radiofrequency fields. In microwave ovens this fact is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a health hazard. An adverse health effect causes detectable impairment o"
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"snippet": "uency in a complex way. Listing every value in every standard and at every frequency would be difficult to understand. The table below is a summary of the exposure guidelines for the three areas that have become the focus of public concern: electricity in the home, mobile phone base stations and microwave ovens. These guidelines were last updated in April 1998. Summary of the ICNIRP exposure guidelines European power frequency Mobile phone base station frequency Microwave oven frequency Frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz 900 MHz 1.8 GHz 2.45 GHz Electric field (V/m) Magnetic field (µT) Power density (W/m2) Power density (W/m2) Power density (W/m2) Public exposure limits 5 000 100 4.5 9 10 Occupational exposure limits 10 000 500 22.5 45 ICNIRP, EMF guidelines, Health Physics 74, 494-522 (1998) The exposure guidelines may differ by a factor of more than 100 between some former Soviet countries and Western countries. With the globalization of trade and the rapid introduction of telecommunications worldwide there is a need for universal standards. As many countries from the former Soviet Union are now considering new standards, the WHO has recently launched an initiative to harmonize exposure guidelines worldwide. Future standards will be based on the results of the WHO's International Electromagnetic Field Project. What are guidelines based on? An important point to make is that a guideline limit is not a precise delineation between safety and hazard. There is no one level above which exposures become hazardous to health; instead, the potential risk to human health gradually increases with higher exposure levels. Guidelines indicate that, below a given threshold, electromagnetic field exposure is safe according to scientific knowledge. However, it does not automatically follow that, above the given limit, exposure is harmful. Nevertheless, to be able to set limits on exposure, scientific studies need to identify the threshold level at which first health effects become apparent. As humans cannot be used for experiments, guidelines critically rely on animal studies. Subtle behavioural changes in animals at low levels often precede"
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"snippet": "nowledge in this area is now more extensive than for most chemicals. Based on a recent in-depth review of the scientific literature, the WHO concluded that current evidence does not confirm the existence of any health consequences from exposure to low level electromagnetic fields. However, some gaps in knowledge about biological effects exist and need further research. Effects on general health Some members of the public have attributed a diffuse collection of symptoms to low levels of exposure to electromagnetic fields at home. Reported symptoms include headaches, anxiety, suicide and depression, nausea, fatigue and loss of libido. To date, scientific evidence does not support a link between these symptoms and exposure to electromagnetic fields. At least some of these health problems may be caused by noise or other factors in the environment, or by anxiety related to the presence of new technologies. Effects on pregnancy outcome Many different sources and exposures to electromagnetic fields in the living and working environment, including computer screens, water beds and electric blankets, radiofrequency welding machines, diathermy equipment and radar, have been evaluated by the WHO and other organizations. The overall weight of evidence shows that exposure to fields at typical environmental levels does not increase the risk of any adverse outcome such as spontaneous abortions, malformations, low birth weight, and congenital diseases. There have been occasional reports of associations between health problems and presumed exposure to electromagnetic fields, such as reports of prematurity and low birth weight in children of workers in the electronics industry, but these have not been regarded by the scientific community as being necessarily caused by the field exposures (as opposed to factors such as exposure to solvents). Cataracts General eye irritation and cataracts have sometimes been reported in workers exposed to high levels of radiofrequency and microwave radiation, but animal studies do not support the idea that such forms of eye damage can be produced at levels that are not thermally hazardous. There is n"
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"snippet": "nd depression, nausea, fatigue and loss of libido. To date, scientific evidence does not support a link between these symptoms and exposure to electromagnetic fields. At least some of these health problems may be caused by noise or other factors in the environment, or by anxiety related to the presence of new technologies. Effects on pregnancy outcome Many different sources and exposures to electromagnetic fields in the living and working environment, including computer screens, water beds and electric blankets, radiofrequency welding machines, diathermy equipment and radar, have been evaluated by the WHO and other organizations. The overall weight of evidence shows that exposure to fields at typical environmental levels does not increase the risk of any adverse outcome such as spontaneous abortions, malformations, low birth weight, and congenital diseases. There have been occasional reports of associations between health problems and presumed exposure to electromagnetic fields, such as reports of prematurity and low birth weight in children of workers in the electronics industry, but these have not been regarded by the scientific community as being necessarily caused by the field exposures (as opposed to factors such as exposure to solvents). Cataracts General eye irritation and cataracts have sometimes been reported in workers exposed to high levels of radiofrequency and microwave radiation, but animal studies do not support the idea that such forms of eye damage can be produced at levels that are not thermally hazardous. There is no evidence that these effects occur at levels experienced by the general public. Electromagnetic fields and cancer Despite many studies, the evidence for any effect remains highly controversial. However, it is clear that if electromagnetic fields do have an effect on cancer, then any increase in risk will be extremely small. The results to date contain many inconsistencies, but no large increases in risk have been found for any cancer in children or adults. A number of epidemiological studies suggest small increases in risk of childhood leukemia with exposure to low frequency magneti"
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"snippet": "and TV screens, security devices, radars and most recently mobile phones and their base stations. The International EMF Project In response to growing public health concerns over possible health effects from exposure to an ever increasing number and diversity of electromagnetic field sources, in 1996 the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a large, multidisciplinary research effort. The International EMF Project brings together current knowledge and available resources of key international and national agencies and scientific institutions. Conclusions from scientific research In the area of biological effects and medical applications of non-ionizing radiation approximately 25,000 articles have been published over the past 30 years. Despite the feeling of some people that more research needs to be done, scientific knowledge in this area is now more extensive than for most chemicals. Based on a recent in-depth review of the scientific literature, the WHO concluded that current evidence does not confirm the existence of any health consequences from exposure to low level electromagnetic fields. However, some gaps in knowledge about biological effects exist and need further research. Effects on general health Some members of the public have attributed a diffuse collection of symptoms to low levels of exposure to electromagnetic fields at home. Reported symptoms include headaches, anxiety, suicide and depression, nausea, fatigue and loss of libido. To date, scientific evidence does not support a link between these symptoms and exposure to electromagnetic fields. At least some of these health problems may be caused by noise or other factors in the environment, or by anxiety related to the presence of new technologies. Effects on pregnancy outcome Many different sources and exposures to electromagnetic fields in the living and working environment, including computer screens, water beds and electric blankets, radiofrequency welding machines, diathermy equipment and radar, have been evaluated by the WHO and other organizations. The overall weight of evidence shows that exposure to fields at typical environmental level"
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"term": "heating",
"snippet": "e the distribution of electric charges at their surface. They cause current to flow through the body to the ground. Low-frequency magnetic fields induce circulating currents within the human body. The strength of these currents depends on the intensity of the outside magnetic field. If sufficiently large, these currents could cause stimulation of nerves and muscles or affect other biological processes. Both electric and magnetic fields induce voltages and currents in the body but even directly beneath a high voltage transmission line, the induced currents are very small compared to thresholds for producing shock and other electrical effects. Heating is the main biological effect of the electromagnetic fields of radiofrequency fields. In microwave ovens this fact is employed to warm up food. The levels of radiofrequency fields to which people are normally exposed are very much lower than those needed to produce significant heating. The heating effect of radiowaves forms the underlying basis for current guidelines. Scientists are also investigating the possibility that effects below the threshold level for body heating occur as a result of long-term exposure. To date, no adverse health effects from low level, long-term exposure to radiofrequency or power frequency fields have been confirmed, but scientists are actively continuing to research this area. Biological effects or health effects? What is a health hazard? Biological effects are measurable responses to a stimulus or to a change in the environment. These changes are not necessarily harmful to your health. For example, listening to music, reading a book, eating an apple or playing tennis will produce a range of biological effects. Nevertheless, none of these activities is expected to cause health effects. The body has sophisticated mechanisms to adjust to the many and varied influences we encounter in our environment. Ongoing change forms a normal part of our lives. But, of course, the body does not possess adequate compensation mechanisms for all biological effects. Changes that are irreversible and stress the system for long periods of time may constitute a"
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"snippet": "bacco Products Topics About FDA Combination Products Regulatory Information Safety Emergency Preparedness International Programs News and Events Training and Continuing Education Inspections and Compliance Science and Research Information For Consumers Patients Industry Health Professionals Federal, State and Local Officials Home Radiation-Emitting Products Radiation-Emitting Products and Procedures Home, Business, and Entertainment Products Cell Phones Home, Business, and Entertainment Products In this section Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones Cell Phones Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for cell phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Under the law, the FDA is responsible for, among other things: Consulting with other federal agencies on techniques and programs for testing and evaluating electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides scientific input and expertise to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC sets limits on the emissions of radio frequency energy by cell phones and similar wireless products. Collecting, analyzing, and making available scientific information on the nature and extent of the hazards and control of electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides information for the public about the radio frequency energy emitted by cell phon"
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"snippet": "Topics About FDA Combination Products Regulatory Information Safety Emergency Preparedness International Programs News and Events Training and Continuing Education Inspections and Compliance Science and Research Information For Consumers Patients Industry Health Professionals Federal, State and Local Officials Home Radiation-Emitting Products Radiation-Emitting Products and Procedures Home, Business, and Entertainment Products Cell Phones Home, Business, and Entertainment Products In this section Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones Cell Phones Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for cell phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Under the law, the FDA is responsible for, among other things: Consulting with other federal agencies on techniques and programs for testing and evaluating electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides scientific input and expertise to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC sets limits on the emissions of radio frequency energy by cell phones and similar wireless products. Collecting, analyzing, and making available scientific information on the nature and extent of the hazards and control of electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides information for the public about the radio frequency energy emitted by cell phones. Sub-Topic P"
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"snippet": "gy emitted by cell phones. Sub-Topic Paragraphs INFORMATION ABOUT CELL PHONES Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? The weight of scientific evidence has not linked cell phone radio frequency radiation with any health problems. Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety The FDA continually monitors the scientific studies and public health data on cell phones and the search for evidence of health effects. Children and Teens and Cell Phones The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of cell phones from radio frequency exposure, including children and teenagers. Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones Get the basics on ionizing vs. non-ionizing radiation, including radio frequency energy. Reducing Radio Frequency Radiation from Cell Phones You can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy from cell phones. CELL PHONES AND MEDICAL DEVICES Magnets in Cell Phones, Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers The FDA recommends keeping these phones and watches at least six inches away from implanted medical devices. Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices The FDA developed a test method to measure interference of pacemakers and defibrillators from cell phones. Hearing Aids and Cell Phones People with hearing aids or implanted hearing devices may experience some difficulties when trying to use cell phones. Content current as of: 05/13/2021 Regulated Product(s) Radiation-Emitting Products Feedback FDA Archive About FDA Accessibility Visitor Information Website Policies / Privacy No FEAR Act Vulnerability Disclosure Policy FOIA HHS.gov USA.gov Contact FDA Follow FDA on Facebook Follow FDA on X Follow FDA on Instagram Follow FDA on LinkedIn View FDA videos on YouTube Subscribe to FDA RSS feeds Contact Number 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332) Back to Top"
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"snippet": "bacco Products Topics About FDA Combination Products Regulatory Information Safety Emergency Preparedness International Programs News and Events Training and Continuing Education Inspections and Compliance Science and Research Information For Consumers Patients Industry Health Professionals Federal, State and Local Officials Home Radiation-Emitting Products Radiation-Emitting Products and Procedures Home, Business, and Entertainment Products Cell Phones Home, Business, and Entertainment Products In this section Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones Cell Phones Cell Phones Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety Children and Teens and Cell Phones Hearing Aids and Cell Phones Reducing Radio Frequency Exposure from Cell Phones Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for cell phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Under the law, the FDA is responsible for, among other things: Consulting with other federal agencies on techniques and programs for testing and evaluating electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides scientific input and expertise to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC sets limits on the emissions of radio frequency energy by cell phones and similar wireless products. Collecting, analyzing, and making available scientific information on the nature and extent of the hazards and control of electronic product radiation. For example, the FDA provides information for the public about the radio frequency energy emitted by cell phon"
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"snippet": "gy emitted by cell phones. Sub-Topic Paragraphs INFORMATION ABOUT CELL PHONES Do Cell Phones Pose a Health Hazard? The weight of scientific evidence has not linked cell phone radio frequency radiation with any health problems. Scientific Evidence for Cell Phone Safety The FDA continually monitors the scientific studies and public health data on cell phones and the search for evidence of health effects. Children and Teens and Cell Phones The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of cell phones from radio frequency exposure, including children and teenagers. Radio Frequency Radiation and Cell Phones Get the basics on ionizing vs. non-ionizing radiation, including radio frequency energy. Reducing Radio Frequency Radiation from Cell Phones You can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency energy from cell phones. CELL PHONES AND MEDICAL DEVICES Magnets in Cell Phones, Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers The FDA recommends keeping these phones and watches at least six inches away from implanted medical devices. Potential Cell Phone Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices The FDA developed a test method to measure interference of pacemakers and defibrillators from cell phones. Hearing Aids and Cell Phones People with hearing aids or implanted hearing devices may experience some difficulties when trying to use cell phones. Content current as of: 05/13/2021 Regulated Product(s) Radiation-Emitting Products Feedback FDA Archive About FDA Accessibility Visitor Information Website Policies / Privacy No FEAR Act Vulnerability Disclosure Policy FOIA HHS.gov USA.gov Contact FDA Follow FDA on Facebook Follow FDA on X Follow FDA on Instagram Follow FDA on LinkedIn View FDA videos on YouTube Subscribe to FDA RSS feeds Contact Number 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332) Back to Top"
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