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A Review on Effects of Radiation on Adults and Children

Ramprasad R, Senthilkumar SR, J Ananthi JJ, Anil N, Jenifer G

Mobile communication is now essentially ruling our daily lives through better connectivity and intelligent Smartphone services. There has been a tremendous growth in Indian communication industry along with growing concerns regarding health effects of mobile radiation exposure. As our lives are increasingly spent staring at phones, laptops and televisions. Possible adverse health effects in inhabitants living near mobile base station, Symptoms like headache, fatigue, dizziness, sleep disturbances, cardiovascular symptoms, depression and difficulties with concentration and memory. Children are also use laptops, tablets and other devices directly on their bodies are worrisome. Radiating fields are at the highest intensity at zero-distance, and are likely used in the lap for long durations of time. This increases the potential health risks, especially in children. Their parents may think giving their children cell phones is great for safety reasons, as children are then able to communicate with them or ask for help at any time. However, it is important for educated parents to realize that cell phones and other mobile devices may pose a danger in itself to their young.