No Cancer From Cell Phones

In the news, there has been cause for concern about cell phones lately. Some scientists said that their studies showed a link to brain cancer from cell phone usage. A recent Danish study contradicts every statement made by these scientists. A huge study conducted on almost the entire adult Danish population has revealed that there is no association between the hand held devices and the brain cancer. Because Denmark tracks its citizens, the country makes a convenient laboratory for long-term population studies. Also, Denmark’s number ID system is used to register cell phones, therefore, if there was a problem with a certain subscriber researchers could clearly spot the problem or snag in the studies. The fifteen year study conclusively states that there is not link to brain cancer and cell phone use. Some key points listed in the original study include: Cell phones emit radiofrequency energy, a form of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation, which can be absorbed by tissues closest to where the phone is held. The amount of radiofrequency energy a cell phone user is exposed to depends on the technology of the phone, the distance between the phone’s antenna and the user, the extent and type of use, and the user’s distance from cell phone towers. Studies thus far have not shown a consistent link between cell phone use and cancers of the brain, nerves, or other tissues of the head or neck. More research is needed because cell phone technology and how people use cell phones have been changing rapidly. Lastly, I would like to end in saying that I’m so happy I can use my phone without the fear of contracting cancer.