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Jul 23, 2008 7:47 pm US/Eastern

Doctor: Health Risks Possible With Cell Phone Use

Slideshow: Protect Yourself From Dangers of Cell Phones

More: Cell Phone Specific Absorption Rate (FCC.gov)

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) ― There is a new warning about the possible health dangers associated with cell phone use.

The Director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute and UPMC Cancer Centers has issued the new advisory.

Dr. Ronald Herberman is warning that the use of cell phones could have adverse health effects including cancer.

According to Dr. Herberman, the length of cell phone conversations should be limited or phones should be kept away from the head by using a headset or a speaker phone.

Dr. Herberman also says children should never use cell phones except in emergencies.

More Information:  10 Tips To Reduce Your Risk  |  Read More |  Cell Phone Specific Absorption Rate (FCC.gov) |  How Much Radiation Does Your Cell Phone Emit? |  CNET Cell Phone Radiation Chart

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