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Telecommunications & Internet Association TIA, Safety Information, Pacemakers, Hearing Aids

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202 Appendix Telecommunications & Internet Association (TIA) Safety Information Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six inches 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 your phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when your phone is turned on.  Should not carry your 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 wireless service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your phone to determine if they are adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Turn the phone off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external Radio Frequency energy.

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±0±  Appendix
Telecommunications & Internet Association (TIA)
Safety Information
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum 
separation of six inches 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 your phone more than six inches from their pacemaker 
when your phone is turned 
on
. 
Should not carry your 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 wireless service provider, or call 
the customer service line to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your 
phone to determine if they are adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency 
energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn the phone 
off
in health care facilities when any regulations posted in 
these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using 
equipment that could be sensitive to external Radio Frequency energy.