Is there really any part of the day where your cellphone is not in arm's reach? Most of us have our cellphones up against our ear, and now the federal government is saying it might be time to reevaluate the risks when it comes to cancer and cellphone use.
We've been told by officials that cellphones can cause cancer, then we're told they don't. To add to the confusion, the FCC may be taking another look at the claims.
After a year-long review, the Government Accountability Office reports that the way federal regulators have studied the impact of cellphone radiation is outdated. They're not saying any of this causes cancer, but they are saying it deserves a better and more up-to-date look.
The report said the FCC's regulations of cellphones "may not reflect the latest evidence on the effect."
There is talk in Congress about considering putting labels on phones, similar to those you see on cigarettes, so that you know just how much radiation you are exposed to.
The last time the FCC set a standard for mobile phone radiation was in 1996. The FCC has reported it was already planning to re-visit the study of cellphone radiation.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:38:42 GMT
The City Council of Chamblee has delayed a controversial land rezoning variance. The Council also issued a preliminary resolution saying that they wanted to fire their own manager.
The City Council of Chamblee has delayed a controversial land rezoning variance. The Council also issued a preliminary resolution saying that they wanted to fire their own manager.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:03:25 GMT
We all get excited about leaving town and going on vacation, so we tend to tell everyone about it. But, a word of caution before spreading the good news.
We all get excited about leaving town and going on vacation, so we tend to tell everyone about it. But, a word of caution before spreading the good news.
Monday, June 17 2013 7:13 AM EDT2013-06-17 11:13:04 GMT
Pomegranate juice has been sold as a real 'cure-all' over the last couple of years. But in a decision made this month, the FTC has ordered at least one manufacturer to back off on its strong health claims.
Pomegranate juice has been sold as a real 'cure-all' over the last couple of years. But in a decision made this month, the Federal Trade Commission has ordered at least one manufacturer to back off some pretty strong health claims.
Friday, June 14 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-06-14 12:56:09 GMT
Retailers got the go-ahead to pass along some extra charges to you, but not without some rules attached. You might not have noticed them just yet, but you should be on the lookout.
Retailers got the go-ahead to pass along some extra charges to you, but not without some rules attached. You might not have noticed them just yet, but you should be on the lookout.
