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University of Melbourne

The Truth About Mobile Phone and Wireless Radiation - Health Effects and Safety Standards

University of Melbourne via YouTube

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Explore the health effects of mobile phone and wireless radiation in this comprehensive lecture by Dr. Devra Davis, an internationally recognized expert in electromagnetic radiation. Delve into the evolution of mobile phones, current radiation safety standards, and global studies on health consequences, with a focus on children's exposure and risks. Learn about Australia's position in addressing mobile phone-related issues compared to other safety standards. Examine new research on brain and sperm health, male breast cancer, prenatal impacts, and environmental effects on honey bees. Discover inconsistencies in study results, current laws and policies, and industry responses. Gain insights into what actions can be taken now and what further research is needed to address this important public health concern.

Syllabus

Introduction
Dr Devra Davis
Telstra
Cell phone standards
Electromagnetic spectrum
Mobile phone call
Twodimensional modeling
Virtual family
Microwave radiation
Exposure to reproductive organs
Exposure to pregnancy
New modelling
What could be developed
Research
Brain Research
Sperm Research
Cleveland Clinic
India
Male breast cancer
Prenatal impacts
Honey bees
Inconsistent results
Laws and policies
Time for action
Industrys response

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The University of Melbourne

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