Are cell phones dangerous to children?

September 20, 2009 by Admin  
Filed under Radio Q&A

I’ve heard cell phones are bad for babies or infants. Why is this, and what about devices such as radio or tv top antenna?

Should I keep them away from my baby? And, if these things are indeed dangerous, then what would be a safe distance?

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