Today mobile phones are becoming an addiction. This is not only for adults but also school going kids. It has become a part of our lifestyle but the health hazards as a result of this can not be ignored. This issue was touched upon by Dr. Ravindra L. Kulkarni, Director, Just For Hearts, in an event organised by the Cellular Operator Association of India and AUPSI. The aim was to spread health awareness and inform the ill effects of our new lifestyles.

1. Heart, Health, Lifestyle & More…
For Cellular Operator Association of India
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2. A discussion on
‘Mobile Radiations and Health’
With
Dr Ravindra L. Kulkarni
Just For Hearts
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rhearts.org

3. Few Facts
We are exposed to electromagnetic radiations
without realizing while we are
Outside - from radio towers, TV towers, etc
Undergoing a medical examination like an x-ray
Even while using everyday home appliances such as
microwave ovens, laptops, heaters, air conditioners,
etc
Mobile Transmission Towers emit similar
radiations
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4. Thus we have always been exposed to these
radiations but we noticed that they ‘could’ be harmful
only after the advent of mobile phones.
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5. How are these waves measured?
The invisible lines of force that surround ANY
electrical device that is turned on after plugging
in are called Electric & Magnetic Fields (EMF) or
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy
RF Energy is emitted from communication
devices, radio, TV broadcast, satellite
communication, etc
The Unit Of Measurefor RF Energy that can be
absorbed by the human body is called ‘Specific
Absorption Rate’ or SAR
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6. How much is too much or
harmful?
The permissible limit (as per international standards)
of SAR for handsets/mobile phones is 2W/KG.
Non –Ionising Radiations mean they are not
strong enough to cause any harm/damage to human
cells leading to genetic disorders, etc
Radio Frequency Range required by cellular
phones lies in the non-ionizing band of the
spectrum and do not have enough energy to cause
any genetic damage or pose any health risks.
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7. WHO Concludes…
“Recent surveys have shown that the RF
exposures from base stations range from
0.002% to 2% of the levels of international
exposure guidelines, depending on a variety of
factors such as the proximity to the antenna and
the surrounding environment. This is lower or
comparable to RF exposures from radio or
television broadcast transmitters.” WHOFact
Sheet May, 2006
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8. What you should remember..
Too much of everything is bad, hence dependence on
any technological device should be minimal.
Cut down on mental and physical stress, which are
inevitable in today’s lifestyle.
Everyday exercise regime that suits your needs and
body will keep your cells recharged
This will go longer in keeping you healthy rather than
worrying about mobile radiations!
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9. Website : www.justforhearts.org
Email: ravindra@justforhearts.org , drravindrakulkarni@gmail.
com
Direct : +91 20 27610671 , +91 20 67306537
Mobile : +91 94223 00251
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lkulkarni/15/258/4ab
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