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6 . W hat i s the F DA doi ng to f i nd ou t mor e abou t the

po s s i ble hea lth e f f ec ts o f w i r ele s s phone R F ?

The FDA is working with the U.S. National 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 (RF) energy.

The FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health
Organization International Electro Magnetic Fields (EMF)
Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result of
this 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.

The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet
Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research and
Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless
phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific oversight,
obtaining input from experts in government, industry and
academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted
through contracts with 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.

7. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency energy

exposure I can get by using my wireless phone?

All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit Radio
Frequency (RF) energy exposures. The FCC established these

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