Myth vs Facts: Does sleeping with the phone nearby cause cancer? We often hear such things about cancer around us. People have many misconceptions about cancer. There are many questions about which they are often confused. One of the biggest questions is that keeping the phone near the head causes brain tumor.
about such things ‘ABP Live Hindi’ There is a special offer from Myth Vs Facts. ‘Myth vs Facts The series’ attempt is to bring you the truth by pulling you out of the swamp of superstitious things.’ Many things are said about phones and cancer. Like, do people sleep with their phones near them? Why do some people charge their phones near them? Why do doctors tell you to keep your mobile phone away from your bedroom?
Myths Vs Facts: Does mobile phone increase the risk of cancer?
Fact Check: We live in an age when our mobile phone feels like a part of ourselves. So questions about its safety cannot be ignored. One concern is whether keeping a mobile phone physically close to you, especially while sleeping, increases the risk of brain tumours? According to the International Brain Tumour Awareness Group, South First spoke to experts about this.
Many studies have proved that mobile phones cause many health issues. It has also been said that they increase the risk of many health risks. While some studies have suggested a possible link between phone use and brain tumors.
Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Consultant Neurologist, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad says, ‘Till now there is no concrete evidence that keeping the mobile phone near the ear or head while sleeping causes brain tumors.
Dr Kumar explains that mobile phones emit a specific type of radiofrequency (RF) ray. Which is a type of non-ionizing radiation. Unlike the ionizing radiation of X-rays, which can damage DNA and potentially cause cancer. There is no evidence that non-ionizing radiation causes tumors. Both benign tumors such as meningioma and cancerous tumors such as glioma have been looked at. Research has found that there is no evidence of this. Some studies have shown a slight increase in the risk of cancer but there is no strong evidence of this.
Researchers have conducted a number of comprehensive studies to examine the relationship between mobile phone use and brain tumors. There is no solid evidence to suggest that keeping your trusty cell phone close at hand, or even having it near you while sleeping, increases the risk of brain cancer.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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