Cellular Telephone Safety FAQ

Question: I need information regarding RF (radio frequency) safety of cellular telephones.

Answer: For information on this subject, we recommend that you refer to the FCC's Information On Human Exposure To Radiofrequency Fields From cellular and PCS Radio Transmitters. Please note, this Internet site is not affiliated with RadioShack Corporation and off-site information is neither created, maintained nor verified by RadioShack Corporation. Responsibility for the content rests solely with the page owner.

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Question: Is it safe to use a cellular phone if I have a pacemaker?

Answer: While cellular telephones are generally safe to use if you have a pacemaker, they can occasionally cause problems. We recommend that you contact your doctor for advice before purchasing and/or using a cellular telephone. When you are using a cellular telephone, you should keep it away from your pacemaker and on the opposite side of your body when making calls.

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Question: Isn't it dangerous to use a cellular phone at a gas station?

Answer: While there have been a number of "alerts" circulating on the Internet, there have presently never been any actual incidents where a cellular phone caused an explosion of gas vapors, and with device safety increasing as the models are improved and modified, it is extremely unlikely that a cellular phone could cause this problem.\

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Question: Why am I asked to shut off my phone when in certain areas, such as hospitals, airplanes and construction zones?

Answer: These warnings are because a cellular telephone is a radio transmitter which could interfere with other electronics. You should always turn off your phone wherever signs are posted.

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