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Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers
Association recommends that a
minimum separation of 15.24 cm
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:
• Should ALWAYS keep the phone
more than 15.24 cm 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 interference.
• If you have any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place,
turn your phone OFF immediately.
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.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical
device, consult the manufacturer of
your device to determine if they are
adequately shielded from external
RF energy. Your physician may be
able to assist you in obtaining this
information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in health care
facilities when any regulations posted
in these areas instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities
may use equipment that could be
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