OUR CELLPHONES: WHAT THEY DO TO US

The cellphone, an inherent technology yet not altogether safe

 

As a phenomenon, mobile phones have become an integral part of daily life. They are used for communication, information sharing, and entertainment purposes. While they are incredibly useful, they can also pose health hazards to humans. This article will discuss the health effects of mobile phones and offer potential solutions to mitigate those hazards.

 

1. Radiation Mobile phones emit radiofrequency energy (RF) which is a non-ionizing type of radiation. Prolonged exposure to RF radiation can lead to brain cancer, especially in areas of the brain near the ear.

 

Solution: Use a headset or speakerphone while speaking on the phone to reduce the amount of radiation exposure to the brain.

 

2. Eye strain Excessive use of mobile phones can cause eyestrain, leading to headaches, blurred vision, and dry eyes. 

 

Solution: Take a break every 20 minutes and look away from the screen for at least 20 seconds. Also, adjust the screen brightness to reduce glare.

 

3. Neck and spine problems Hunching or slouching over the phone screen, for prolonged periods causes neck and spine problems, leading to chronic pain in those areas.

 

Solution: Use the phone at eye level, again use a headset or speakerphone, and take breaks every 20 minutes.

 

4. Sleep deprivation The blue light emitted by mobile phone screens reduces the production of hormone melatonin, affecting sleep. 

 

Solution: Avoid using the phone before bedtime, reduce the screen brightness, and enable the blue light filter.

 

5. Addiction Mobile phone addiction can lead to disruption of daily life, affecting work and relationships. 

 

Solution: Use self-control and limit the amount of time spent on the phone, and find alternatives to phone usage, e.g. reading books, playing sports or meeting people in person.

 

Conclusion Mobile phones are an incredible technological achievement, but their usage must be handled carefully to mitigate the potential health hazards involved. It is important to adopt a balanced approach to mobile phone usage and be mindful of the potential health hazards, which can be mitigated by adopting simple solutions.


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