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Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is

held, or which model of phone is used.

What is FDA doing to find out
more about the possible health
effects of wireless phone RF?

FDA is working with the U.S. Toxicology Program and with groups of

investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are

conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to

radio frequency energy (RF).

FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization

International Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996.

An influential result of tis work has been the development of a detailed agenda

of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs

around the world. The project has also helped develop a series of public

information documents on EMF issues.

FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a

formal Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do

research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides the scientific oversight,

obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic

organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to

independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory

studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a

broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest

research developments around the world.

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