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“There's an increase in serious weight disorders from cellphone use. And people who don't sleep have serious other consequences for their health that can be associated with it. There may be as well increases in problems with their memory. And all of those things are not as sexy and don't demand as much attention as cancer, but they can be very, very important from a public health point of view.”

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Devra Davis is a renowned epidemiologist born on June 7, 1946. She is known for her contributions to environmental health and public health, particularly in the area of the effects of electromagnetic fields and mobile phone radiation on human health. Her research has had a profound impact on public health policy. more

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