No longer do most homes contain a “landline”. That is one that is connected only to the telephone line connection to your home. Instead, most opt for the “cordless” style that allows you to walk about the home whilst using the device. Unfortunately, these cordless phone models are not sold with health warnings, user safety tips or guidance.

The Problems

Did you know that cordless phones may be worse than using your mobile against your head? Most cordless phone antennaes emit continuous radiation cover that often blankets the whole home 24/7 and penetrate through to neighbouring buildings. The frequencies commonly ranging from 1.8GHz up to 5.8GHz which includes the microwave spectrum. We tend to talk longer on home phones increasing the amount of radiation coming into the body and often at a higher frequency than your mobile. The base has its own antenna which is radiating out to find the nearest mast in your area then connecting with it and flooding this radiation into your home. Unlike mobile phones, most cordless phones sold in Australia do not power down when not in use so can have further implications when located throughout the home.

Highest readings are found when the phone is actually ringing.

From an Electrically sensitive person...

The commonplace cordless phone could be a bigger EMR health risk than mobile phones due to their frequency and usage.

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The Solution

Installing a corded phone is the best solution, or at least unplugging the cordless phone when you are sleeping.

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