2007-03-04 14:23:58 · 23 answers · asked by rayraysofin3 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Yes, actually there is evidence to support it, but the fact is is that you do have to use your phone a lot. Experts say you shouldn't use your phone for more than three or four hours a day. Electromagnetic waves are being proven to cause some forms of cancer. I wouldn't worry though! You can get cancer from a billion more things on this planet that are much more harmful!
2007-03-04 14:28:08 · answer #1 · answered by happysqueal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's not enough proof either way as to whether or not Cell phones can cause Brain Cancer...however cell phones definitely do put out a high power microwave signal, which does pass through the brain when the cell phone is held up against the ear. So to minimize the risk of any possible health threats, do the following:
1. Purchase a cell phone with a low S.A.R. (Specific Absorption Ratio) SAR is the amount of the signal that is absorbed by the brain.
2. Do not place the phone near your ear during or immediately after powering the phone up. During the power up stage of the phone (when it's looking for a signal), the phone is transmitting at it's highest power.
3.Simply minimize the amount of time you chat on a cellphone, only use it when it's absolutely necessary. Use a landline whenever there is one available. If you find yourself using your cell phone for extended periods of time, then invest in a headset. Cheap headsets are available for $5.00 or more elaborate Bluetooth headsets are also practical.
2007-03-04 22:36:07 · answer #2 · answered by GRANOLA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure, it just hasn't come out yet...did you ever have your phone near your computer or radio in your car....the frequency waves will mess up your screen or reception seconds before the phone call actually comes through...imagine those waves are coming at your head the whole time you are talking....or while your phone is in your pocket....didn't they find that cops who used radar guns, and rested them between their legs, had more cases of prostate cancer???? Wouldn't that fall under the same category of cell phones?? Now I'm asking too.
2007-03-04 22:32:27 · answer #3 · answered by 123..WAIT! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think so. It has not been proven 100% for sure that is does not cause brain tumours. I've been reading about this over the years. And don't ask the dealer this question. Its there job to sell them. I don't own one and never will. But you can just about get any type of cancer nowadays.
Take care.
2007-03-04 22:34:57 · answer #4 · answered by X-Woman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah. You can get brain tumors if you continue using the cell phone for a really long peorid of time. The Electromagnetic waves is what can cause you to get a brain tumor
2007-03-04 22:42:10 · answer #5 · answered by Justin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who knows anymore. Nowadays, it seems like you can get cancer if you blow your nose too hard. The way I see it, if it's meant to be, it will happen, and no-one's gonna stop or prevent it. Why live life in a bubble? Enjoy it, it's short!
2007-03-04 22:30:12 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's possible, but you have to use a cell phone a LOT!
2007-03-04 22:26:27 · answer #7 · answered by Kinch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Theres a chance that anything with radiation can cause cancer and all electrical appliances have radiation. Its a long shot though.
2007-03-04 22:28:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard that before, but I really doubt it
if we could, then like 90% of the american population would have cancer
2007-03-04 22:31:43 · answer #9 · answered by Ocean Love 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's been said that i you chew your atenna of your cell phone, the radiation causes cancer, no one is sure of this.
Sorry I couldn't help.
2007-03-04 22:27:27 · answer #10 · answered by Tom K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋