Cell phones - do they cause cancer?

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New laws regarding cell-phone use while driving have passed or are being reviewed. For example, New York has a law prohibiting the use of cell phones while driving. Other states have some restrictions.

Clearly, there are some dangers associated with cell-phone use and driving. Reduce the amount of time you spend driving and talking on the phone. Avoid stressful conversations while on the road, and, if possible, pull over to make your call.

REDUCING RISKS

Although health problems related to long-term use are thought to be unlikely, you can take some steps to limit your potential risk.

• Have lengthy phone conversations on a conventional telephone (landline) instead of your cell phone.
• Change to a cell phone that has its antenna outside the vehicle.
• Use a headset and place the phone away from your body.
• Find out how much SAR energy your cell phone gives off.

Review Date: 09/25/2006
Reviewed By: Rita Nanda, M.D., Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology/Oncology, University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, IL. Review provided byVeriMed Healthcare Network.