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Pacemakers
The Health Industry
Manufacturers Association
recommends that a minimum
separation of six inches be
maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a
pacemaker to avoid potential
interference with the pacemaker.
These recommendations are
consistent with the independent
research by and
recommendations of Wireless
Technology Research.
Persons with Pacemakers:
Should ALWAYS keep the
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phone more than six inches
from their pacemaker when
the phone is turned ON;
Should not carry the phone in
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a breast pocket;
Should use the ear opposite
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the pacemaker to minimize
the potential for interference;
Should turn the phone OFF
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immediately if there is any
reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones
may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such
interference, you may want to
consult your service provider (or
call the customer service line to
discuss alternatives.) Optional
for each phone manufacturer.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal
medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to
determine if it is adequately
shielded from external RF
energy. Your physician may be
able to assist you in obtaining
this information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in health
care facilities when any
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