A Panorama investigation has highlighted potential risks from wireless (Wi-Fi) networks. The programme found some classrooms had radio frequency radiation levels three times those of a mobile phone mast. While mobile masts are not permitted to be sited near schools, 70% of secondaries and 50% of primaries use wireless networks.
The levels are still 600 times below the Government's safety limits and the official line says there are no risks of adverse health effects. However, some scientists on the Panorama programme linked similar radiation levels with an increase in cases of cancer, short-term memory loss and lower concentration capacity.
Do you think it is time the Government held a proper investigation? Are you happy about your children being exposed to the radiation in schools? Is it time to unplug the Wi-Fi transmitter in your home? Have your say.
yes i'm terrified we've had a wireless for years on the kitchen window,mind you when i looked in the back there were wires in it so it wasn't really a wireless,but should i still be worried,because i'm worried i'll have nothing to worry about and we all need something to worry about
we always find about these things when its too late wondered why ive started glowing in the dark incidentally my grandad died of asbestosis it took 6 months to cremate him
we always find about these things when its too late wondered why ive started glowing in the dark incidentally my grandad died of asbestosis it took 6 months to cremate him
I'm more worried about all the dross played on channels like MTV Base, and Kiss.
Individual entities excuse themselves because of a lack of collective prioritisation of health. "If everyone else is doing it then I cant be so wrong. I was told it's ok to do it, anyway..." Then who is going to stand out and take the initiative?
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