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CBS News December 15, 2017, 2:49 PM
California health officials release guidelines on cellphone radiation
California health officials have a new safety message for cellphone users. CBS San Francisco reports that for the first time ever, the California Department of Public Health is releasing guidelines about cellphone radiation and how you can reduce your exposure.
"We recognize that there are a lot of people in the general public that have some concerns about their cellphones and whether using a cellphone is safe," said Dr. Karen Smith of the California Department of Public Health.
"When you sleep, you keep the cellphone at least arm's length away from your body. And also, not carrying your cellphone in your pocket, having it either in your purse or not carrying it with you," Smith advised.
According to CBS Sacramento, the guidelines also recommend:
Reducing cellphone use when the signal is weak.
Reducing the use of cellphones to stream audio or video, or to download or upload large files.
Keeping the phone away from the bed at night.
Removing headsets when not on a call...
CBS News December 15, 2017, 2:49 PM
California health officials release guidelines on cellphone radiation
California health officials have a new safety message for cellphone users. CBS San Francisco reports that for the first time ever, the California Department of Public Health is releasing guidelines about cellphone radiation and how you can reduce your exposure.
"We recognize that there are a lot of people in the general public that have some concerns about their cellphones and whether using a cellphone is safe," said Dr. Karen Smith of the California Department of Public Health.
"When you sleep, you keep the cellphone at least arm's length away from your body. And also, not carrying your cellphone in your pocket, having it either in your purse or not carrying it with you," Smith advised.
According to CBS Sacramento, the guidelines also recommend:
Reducing cellphone use when the signal is weak.
Reducing the use of cellphones to stream audio or video, or to download or upload large files.
Keeping the phone away from the bed at night.
Removing headsets when not on a call...