Surgical ‘smoke’ and radiation increase infertility risks for female surgeons

Female surgeons face higher risks of infertility or pregnancy complications than the general population because they are exposed to toxic ‘surgical smoke’ and radiation in the operating room, a new study suggests.  While we’ve long known that female surgeons face higher risks than other women, researchers at the Mayo Clinic say that efforts to reduce … Read more

Smart phones may leak unsafe levels of radiation, report claims

Apple and Samsung smart phones may leak unsafe levels of radiation, investigation claims The Chicago Tribune tested 11 popular phone models  The iPhone 7 and Samsung Galaxy S8 emitted double the radiation allowed under FCC regulations  Devices also leaked more radiation than their manufacturers’ tests claimed  Radiofrequency radiation from cell phones is a ‘possible carcinogen’ … Read more