The Maryland State Children’s Environmental Health and Protection Advisory Council (CEHPAC) has just unveiled a must-read factsheet called “Guidelines to Reduce Electromagnetic Field Radiation,” aimed at safeguarding our children from the invisible waves of wireless devices. Imagine a team of superhero experts, including top doctors, public health maestros, and educational leaders, all united by one mission: to shield our kids from environmental dangers lurking in the very technology they use every day.
This powerful guide not only echoes the American Academy of Pediatrics’ urgent call for stricter wireless regulations but also serves up simple, actionable advice for every parent. Picture this: enjoying a movie night with your kids without the unwanted guest of radiation exposure, simply by downloading the movie first and switching to airplane mode.
Join the applause as Theodora Scarato, a champion for children’s health, celebrates this milestone. Maryland is leading the way, setting a shining example for all states to follow, ensuring our children’s tech is not just smart, but safe.
Dive into the factsheet for insider tips on minimizing radiation from cell phones, laptops, and more, especially when the night falls, and learn why wired connections in schools could be a game-changer. Let’s make every home and school in Maryland a safer place for our children to learn and play. Download your guide to a healthier, happier tech environment now! CEHPAC-EMF-in-HomeWi-Fi-in-School-Report
Children are considered to be at greater risk from exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy compared to adults for several reasons:
- Developing Bodies and Brains: Children’s bodies and brains are still in the development phase, making them more vulnerable to potential hazards from exposures that might be less harmful to fully developed adult bodies. The developing tissues and structures are more susceptible to interference from external RF energy sources.
- Thinner Skulls and Smaller Heads: Due to their smaller size and thinner skulls, children’s brains can absorb more RF energy than those of adults. This increased absorption rate potentially exposes them to higher levels of radiation from the same source under similar conditions.
- Longer Lifetime Exposure: Children today begin using devices that emit RF energy at a much younger age, meaning they will accumulate a much longer lifetime exposure to this form of radiation than the generations before them. This prolonged exposure period raises concerns about the long-term health effects that might not yet be fully understood.
- Animal Research Findings: Animal studies have shown potential health effects of RF radiation on developing fetuses, suggesting that prenatal and early life exposures could have significant impacts on health outcomes.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a part of the World Health Organization (WHO), classified wireless radiofrequency radiation as a Class 2B possible carcinogen in 2011. This classification was based on research that found long-term cell phone use associated with a form of brain cancer. This acknowledgment of potential risk, especially with long-term exposure, underscores the need for caution and protective measures, particularly for the younger population who have longer potential exposure times and physiological vulnerabilities.
These scientific grounds for considering children at greater risk from RF energy exposure highlight the importance of adopting guidelines and measures to reduce their exposure, such as minimizing the use of wireless devices, choosing wired connections when possible, and practicing safe usage habits like using speaker mode or earphones to keep the device away from the body.
References:
- Maryland Children’s Environmental Health and Protection Advisory Council (CEHPAC) Report
- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classification of radiofrequency electromagnetic fields
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