The Impact of Mobile Radiation on Health

Technological developments such as mobile phones make it easier for us to go about our daily activities. Mobile has a multifunctional role to facilitate communication and work. But on the other hand, there are concerns about the effects of cell phone radiation on health. Radiation radio waves received and sent by mobile phones can spread in all directions, including the body. Cellphone radiation is not the same as other types of radiation, such as X-rays in X-rays and CT scans, which have been confirmed to be dangerous if exposed too often. Cell phone radiation is not yet known with certainty its effect on health. But there are several possible effects of cell phone radiation on the body.

Mobile Radiation Effects

Here are some of the possible effects of cell phone radiation on the body:

• Impact on male fertility

Calling using hands-free might have an impact on male fertility. Why is that? Men who use hands-free when calling tend to put their cellphones in their pants pockets or tuck them in their belts. Because of its location close to sex organs, the possibility of radiation released by mobile phones can affect sperm. Sperm that is exposed to radiation may be able to experience damage, its ability to move is lower, and its endurance is short lived. However, research data regarding these findings are still inconsistent and still need further review.

• The effect of cell phone radiation on pregnant women

It is recommended to be careful using a cellphone when you are pregnant. Mobile phone radiation can affect the protective layer that surrounds the brain nerve cells in the fetus. In addition, children born to pregnant women who are exposed to mobile phones are suspected to have behavioral disorders, such as difficulty in getting along, hyperactivity, and being insensitive children. Even so, there are also research results that do not find valid data regarding the connection of the two things. Other research states that the use of mobile phones has no impact on growth and development, including the child's ability to speak. As a precaution, it is recommended to use hands-free when receiving a call and do not place the handphone on the stomach.

• Effects of cellphone radiation and cancer

The relationship between cellphone radiation and cancer is still controversial. Until now there has been no strong evidence that cell phone radiation can increase the risk of getting cancer. Based on research and observations from experts from various health organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), cellphone radiation has so far been estimated to possibly have an impact on cancer in humans. However, further research is still needed to support that conclusion.

• The impact of cell phone radiation on children

Children are at higher risk of body damage due to cell phone radiation. In theory, children are more easily exposed to cellphone radiation than adults because children's skulls are thinner, children's brain tissue is more easily absorbed, and children's body sizes are smaller. Some research also shows that radio wave radiation from cellphones has an impact on the formation of tissue abnormalities and metabolism of nerve cells in the brain. However, further impacts on children's growth and development still cannot be clearly concluded.

Minimize Mobile Radiation Exposure and Impact

If you are worried about risks that might arise due to cellphone radiation, follow the tips below:

• Use mobile only when needed.
• Use hands-free or loudspeaker when receiving a call. When calling using hands-free, don't put your cellphone in your pants pocket or shirt pocket.
• Keep the cellphone away from the body when not in use.
• Only use mobile phones when the signal is strong. Weak signals make cellphones use more energy to communicate.
• It is recommended to communicate via text message rather than telephone to reduce radiation exposure.
• Do not let children linger playing mobile. Use only as needed.

So in general, the ill effects of mobile radiation on health are still a possibility, and so far no consistent data has been found to conclude it. Further research is needed to determine the effects of cell phone radiation on health.