FTC warns against cell phone radiation scams

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Avoid Cell Phone Radiation Scams

Monday, June 20, 2011 :: Staff infoZine

Amid concerns about possible health risks associated with cell phones, the

Federal Trade Commission advises consumers to avoid products that supposedly

" shield " users from cell phone emissions.

Washington, D.C. - infoZine - According to the FTC, the nation's consumer

protection agency, there is no scientific proof that so-called shields

significantly reduce exposure from cell phone emissions. In fact, products that

block only part of the phone, such as the earpiece, are totally ineffective

because the entire phone emits electromagnetic waves. By interfering with the

phone's signal, phony shields may cause it to draw even more power and possibly

emit more radiation...

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