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Are cell phones bad for you? According to some scientists cell phones can increase the risk of people obtaining cancer. This is due to the radiation from the cellphone that is caused by the radio waves that are transmitted from cell phone towers. This radiation can damage genetic material found in blood cells which can possibly lead to cancer. This radiation has been found to be at higher levels when the person is in a car during motion. Aside from this they also affect the brain, long term cell phone use can lead to being hospitalized for migraines and vertigo.
To avoid all of the above, scientists recommend this:
Did You Know?
To avoid all of the above, scientists recommend this:
- Try to shorten the time you spend talking on your cell phone
- Avoid sleeping with your cellphone
- Avoid calling while driving (this is also for your own safety)
Did You Know?
- Studies have found that children under 8 absorb twice the radiation from cell phone use
- Long term cell phone use increases the risk of having a brain tumor.
-Laura
My parents had always told me that cell phones are bad for you, but they never told me why. I always thought it was because they don't want me to use my phone,
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