Cell Phones May Cause Cancer, Experts Say

Do mobile phones cause cancer? After reviewing details from dozens of studies, an international panel of experts says they might.

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Story Created: May 31, 2011 at 10:24 AM AKDT

Story Updated: May 31, 2011 at 10:24 AM AKDT

 

According to Cancer Research U.K., the only health danger firmly connected to cellphones is a higher risk of car accidents. The group recommends that children under 16 use cellphones only for essential calls because their brains and nervous systems are still developing.

 

A recent NIH study found that cellphone use can speed up brain activity, but it is unknown whether that has any dangerous health effects.

CNET has prepared a special report on cell phone radiation, in addition to an expert Q&A on possible health risks of cellphone use and compete ratings on cellphone radiation levels. 

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