The U.S. government has released a report that will undoubtedly prove to be a game-changer when it comes to the issue of cell phone safety. The U.S. National Toxicology Program, a federal interagency program under the National Institutes of Health, has released a report that shows statistically significant increases in cancer among rats that had…
Why I Got Rid of My Smartphone
I recently downsized from an iPhone 5s to a simple flip TracFone. I made this decision for a variety of reasons, including decreased cancer risk, increased brain function, and overall sense of well-being. It’s a decision I’ll never regret. I bought my smartphone in the spring of 2014 with fear and trepidation. Not because I…
Are Tablets Safe for Your Child?
Do you let your child use an iPad instead of a cell phone with the understanding that tablets are a better choice? Are you confused about the conflicting information regarding wireless technology? Wondering if there is a better way to integrate tablets into your household? Parents understandably love the interactive nature of tablets as well…
5 Surprising Facts About Cell Phones
Do you feel like you can’t live without your cell phone? Are you wondering if mobile phones are actually safe? These five facts about cell phones may help you sort through the conflicting information and our culture’s ever-increasing reliance on wireless technology. 5 Surprising Facts About Cell Phones 1. Cell phone manufacturers tell you to…
Historical Hazards of Radiation
What does birthmark removal have in common with John Wayne and shoe-fitting? How about glow-in-the-dark paint and treatment for ear infections? The hazards of radiation have not always been acknowledged. Consider these five examples of what happens when we fail to practice precaution when it comes to ionizing radiation, lessons that may prove valuable when…
Landmark Cell Tower Study
A landmark study suggests that cell tower radiation negatively impacts health. Researchers in Japan found that the health of condominium residents improved after a mobile base station was removed from the rooftop of the complex. Okinawa, Japan Cell Tower Study Researchers in Japan considered the health of residents exposed to a cell mast system from…
