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Health Risks of Mobile Phone Usage

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What is the main challenge in studying the long-term health effects of mobile phone use?

Difficulty in establishing a connection between mobile phone use and cancer

Limited availability of mobile phones for research purposes

Mobile phones only became popular recently, making long-term studies impossible (correct)

Lack of funding for research studies

What is a concern raised by health professionals regarding the link between mobile phone use and cancer?

The potential long period of time it takes for certain cancers to develop (correct)

The unexpected increase in mobile phone usage worldwide

The difficulty in proving that mobile phones are completely safe

The lack of interest from the public in this research area

What do mobile phone antennas have in common with microwave ovens according to the text?

Both devices are known for being completely safe for human tissues

Both devices have been proven to have no negative health effects

Both devices rely on electromagnetic radiation but at different frequencies (correct)

Both devices share similar frequencies of radio waves

What is one of the recommendations made by researchers regarding cordless and wireless devices?

Replace them with wired devices whenever possible Signup and view all the answers

Why are concerns raised about lower-frequency radio waves used by mobile phones?

There is a fear that they could pose health risks similar to higher-frequency waves Signup and view all the answers

Why do some health professionals recommend that mobile phone users err on the side of caution?

To avoid potential risks until further studies are conducted Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential health hazard mentioned in relation to holding a mobile phone near the brain for extended periods?

Potential risk of developing brain cancer Signup and view all the answers

What comparison is made between cigarettes and mobile phones in the text?

Both were initially considered safe but later found to pose health risks Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what did the research by the US government's National Toxicology Program find regarding radio frequencies and brain tumors?

A slight increase in brain tumors among rats exposed to radio frequencies Signup and view all the answers

What is one alternative method recommended in the text for using mobile phones safely?

Texting or using headsets or speaker phones instead of holding the phone to the ear Signup and view all the answers