A new German study released on Monday, January 12, shows no short-term effects on children and teenagers who use cell phones. The data comes from research undertaken at Munich’s Ludwig-Maximillians-Universität and headed by Prof. Katja Radon. The study which involved over 3000 young people ages eight to seventeen measured over a 24-hour period, found no link between exposure to cell phone radiation and effects such as headaches and dizziness. Still, the Bundesamt für Strahlenschutz (Federal Office for Radiation Protection), which released the study, stated that long term effects are still undetermined and urged a cautionary approach to use of wireless technology for children and teens. The study is not available in English as yet, but the German announcement of findings and a link to the entire study can be found on the BfS website.The controversy over health and cell phones arises again and again. Read the latest on the Interference Technology NEBS/Telecom Channel, or post your view on the NEBS/Telecom Forum.
German Study Finds No Short Term Effects on Children and Teens Using Cell Phones
