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Do cell phones cause brain tumors?
This video asks people if they believe cell phones can cause cancer. It then considers the available evidence logically, that is types of radiation emitted by a cell phone (non-ionising) and the power rating to conclude that the radiation should not be harmful. However, recent evidence suggests that heat-shock proteins to be released in the body and a Swedish study suggests that there is an increased risk of developing cancer in cell phone users. To gather robust data in order to make a conclusion, the merits of a Randomised Control Trial and Perspective Observational Study are discussed. In conclusion, data appears to show no correlation between cell phone use and brain cancer.
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