Nowadays, cell phones have become an indispensable part of our life so much so that we can’t even think about living a life without this device. You get to see people with a cell phone stuck to their ears everywhere, right from in the balcony of multi-storied building, while crossing the road and even while driving. There is little doubt about the fact that cell phones have revolutionized the field of communication, however, there do exist a few downsides of this technology that we cannot afford to ignore. Unfortunately these health risks of cell phones are not known to all, and that makes the use of this device all the more hazardous.

Risks of Cell Phones to Humans

The first thing that strikes your mind when we talk about the health effects of cell phones is likely to be the harmful radiation coming from these devices which is believed to have some serious effects on our health. While there is no questioning the fact that this radiation is harmful, you need to understand that cell phones affect our body in more than one ways. Discussed below are the some ill-effects of cell phones that you can’t afford to turn a blind eye to.

Cell Phone Radiation and Cancer
Due to the proximity of phones when they are held close to the head, the radiofrequency energy affects the brain. This can lead to malignant brain tumors like gliomas i.e. tumors of the cells that surround the nerve tissues. Even people who use the hands-free option when operating their cell phones are not spared of this ill effect as the chances of cancer – even if mild, do exist. Even salivary glands are sensitive to cell phone radiofrequency energy. On prolonged use of cell phones, these salivary glands can develop tumors. One also has to take into consideration the dangers of cell phone towers when discussing the ill-effects of mobile communications technology.

Cell Phones and Bacteria
Cell phones may just be one of the most scary sources of transporting super bacteria! This may come as a surprise for many, but when one talks on the phone for long or even uses earphones for long, the bacteria in the ear multiply manifold (and it’s not like we need to be reminded of the harmful effects of bacteria). As shocking as it may sound, cell phones that are used by doctors and other health care personnel, may actually carry some super bacteria i.e. bacteria that are resistant to commonly used antibiotics. Due to the proximity of health care personnel to these super bacteria, there is a chance that they may even be found on their cell phones. Read the rest of this entry »