Health & mobile phones
Mobile phones and kids safety: must for parents
A third of the 20 million American preteen children between the ages of 8-12 already have a cell phone and that level will jump to nearly half by 2010, according to industry experts.
With so many parents using pre-paid and other affordable options to arm their children with cell phones, experts are emphasizing that it’s important […]
Don’t use your Mobile Phone when you are pregnant
Women who use mobile phones when pregnant are more likely to give birth to children with behavioural problems, according to authoritative research.
A giant study, which surveyed more than 13,000 children, found that using the handsets just two or three times a day was enough to raise the risk of their babies developing hyperactivity […]
Drivers fined for mobile phone driving
EIGHT motorists a day are fined for talking on their mobile phones while driving in South Yorkshire.
A total of 3,109 on-the-spot fines were slapped on drivers in the region in only one year.
The offence carries an instant £60 fine and 3 points on the driving licence.
A police spokesman said: “Using a mobile phone while […]
Mobile phones not good for kids and teenagers health
NEW research has triggered fresh fears for the long-term health of children and teenagers who use mobile phones today.
The study warns that the risks are little lower than those alcohol and tobacco pose to youngsters’ health and could also last a lifetime.
It suggests mobile phone use exposes youngsters to the risk of early memory loss […]
“Mobile phones more dangerous than smoking”:Radiation
Brain expert warns of huge rise in Tumours and calls on industry to take immediate steps to reduce radiation
Mobile phones could kill far more people than smoking. a study by an award-winning cancer expert has concluded.
He says people should avoid using them wherever possible and that governments and the […]
