Pacemaker
Mobile phones may affect the operation of some implanted
cardiac pacemakers and other medically implanted
equipments. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a
minimum separation of 20 cm. (6 inches) should be
maintained between a hand-held wireless phone and a
pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with independent
research by the Wireless Technology Research Association.
Persons with pacemakers
Should always keep the phone more than 20 cm. (6
inches) from their pacemakers when the phone is
switched on
Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
Should use the ear opposite to the pacemaker to
minimize the potential for interference.
If you have any reason to suspect that interference is
taking place, switch off your phone immediately
Hearing aids
Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.
In the event of such disturbance, you may want to consult
your service provider, or call the customer service line to
discuss alternatives.
Aircraft
Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any aircraft.
Do not use it on the ground without crew permission. To
prevent interference with communication systems, you
must not use your mobile phone while the plane is in the
air.
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