Hello from San Diego:
Moshe Valdman asks about possible harm from the radiation of a cellular phone. See the following IEEE web page for the IEEE technical position on possible harmful effects of portable phone radiation: http://www.ieee.org/usab/DOCUMENTS/FORUM/LIBRARY/POSITIONS/portable.html The IEEE document cites standards and measurements, and discusses in detail the actual harm various body organs might incur from the radiation. It also includes references. Here is the conclusion of the IEEE: "Data from engineering studies indicate that in most cases SARs associated with the use of hand-held commercial cellular transportable and mobile transceivers and telephones do not exceed the maximum permissible levels specified in existing RF safety standards and guidelines. Therefore, under conditions of normal use, the general conclusion is that cellular telephones are considered safe for the users and the public. Some non-cellular mobile transceivers may emit high intensity fields for which prolonged exposure near the antenna could exceed safety criteria. The safety of these devices must be assessed on an individual basis." Best regards, Rich ------------------------------------------------------------- Richard Nute Quality Department Hewlett-Packard Company Product Regulations Group San Diego Division (SDD) Tel : 619 655 3329 16399 West Bernardo Drive FAX : 619 655 4979 San Diego, California 92127 e-mail: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------
