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Loading... Overpowered: The Dangers of Electromagnetic Radiation (EMF) and What You Can Do about It (edition 2015)by Martin Blank PhD (Author)
Work InformationOverpowered: The Dangers of Electromagnetic Radiation (EMF) and What You Can Do about It by Martin Blank PhD
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. Martin Blank has written a short, easy to understand book that explains what non-ionizing radiation is, what effects (negative and/or positive) it has or may have on the human body (especially children), plants and animals. The author discusses the various studies and their limitations as well as the (sometimes dodgy) industry of EMF products. The book also outlines the measures people can take to decrease their exposure to EMF. Pleasantly enough, the author does not advocate returning to the stone age, but does suggest precautionary legislative measures and technological research to produce products that don't emit as much EMF. ( ) no reviews | add a review
"Keys, wallet, cell phone. ready to go! Cell phones have become ubiquitous fixtures of 21st century life--suctioned to our ears and stuck in our pockets. Yet, we've all heard whispers that these essential little devices give you brain cancer. Could it be true? In 2011, the World Health Organization shocked the international community by confirming that the radiation from cell phones is a possible carcinogen to humans. Martin Blank notes that while the presumption of innocence is invaluable to the system of justice, it does not make sense as a public health standard. Overpowered brings readers, in accessible and fascinating prose, through the science, indicating biological effects resulting from low, non-thermal levels of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation (levels considered safe by regulatory agencies). Radiation that comes not only from cell phones, but many other devices we use in our homes and offices every day. It is generally accepted that there should be a limit on exposure of the public to EMF. However, industry pushes the envelope. Dr. Blank advises applying the precautionary principle when it comes to demonstrably hazardous EMF--and teaches us how we can take steps in our daily lives to reduce exposures." -- No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)539.2Natural sciences and mathematics Physics Matter; Molecular Physics; Atomic and Nuclear physics; Radiation; Quantum Physics Radiations (Radiant energy)LC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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