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wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these

base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can

get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the primary subject of

the safety questions discussed in this document.

4. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of

wireless phone RF?

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 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 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.

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.

5. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency

energy from my wireless phone?

If there is a risk from these products—and at this point we do not know that

there is—it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding

even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your

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