TECH

Sleeping with the cell phone at the head? Know the risks (and how to avoid them)
There are now no fears about electromagnetic radiation emitted by smartphones, with many considering them still a risk to public health. Although these emissions from our mobile devices are below the maximum allowed by the Euopeia Union - they emit between 0.2 and 1.6 W / kg at a maximum of 2 W / kg - the risks are still unknown.Note to DECO that "there are not enough studies yet to ensure that mobile phone radiation is completely safe even below set limits," with the organization defending consumer rights to prefer to follow the insurance and convey some caution with three little tips.The first is to avoid taking your smartphone to your ear to answer a call. It is preferable to use headsets to keep the device well away from your head. If, however, you can not avoid it, it is advisable to only answer it after the first ring.The second tip is also related to calls, which should be avoided or shortened to the maximum when in confined spaces. It is not just about the elevator or a garage but also on the car itself, a space that many take advantage of to make as many calls as possible.And thirdly, if you have a habit of sleeping with your smartphone next to you on the bedside table, you should turn it off when you go to sleep or activate flight mode. The best thing is to keep it far away from you during the night time period, and if you have the argument that you need the alarm clock to wake you up, you can always buy a watch with this function.



Miguel Dias-NM