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has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing
aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” phone and a “compatible” hearing aid
simultaneously. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible
interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, the FDA will conduct testing to assess the
interference and work to resolve the problem.
12. Where can I find additional information?
For additional information, please refer to the following resources: FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov), under “C”
in the subject index, select Cell Phones > Current Research Results. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program
(http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/cellular.html) International Commission on Nonionizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de)
World Health Organization (WHO) International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf)
Health Protection Agency (http://www.hpa.org.uk/)
TEN DRIVER SAFETY TIPS
Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere, anytime. An important responsibility
accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When operating a car, driving is your first responsibility.
