Safety

Pacemakers

The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.

Persons with pacemakers:

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Should ALWAYS keep the

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phone more than six (6)

 

 

 

 

 

 

inches from their pacemaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

when the phone is turned ON;

 

 

Should not carry the phone in

 

 

 

a breast pocket;

 

 

Should use the ear opposite

 

 

 

the pacemaker to

 

 

 

minimize the potential for

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interference;

 

 

Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.

Hearing Aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider (or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives).

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

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