Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless Phone Use142interference with the pacemaker. Theserecommendations are consistent with theindependent research by and recommendations ofWireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:♦Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from theirpacemaker when the pacemaker is turned on;♦Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;♦Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize thepotential for interference.♦If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place,turn your phone OFF immediately.Hearing aidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere with somehearing aids. In the event of such interference, youmay want to consult your service provider (or call thecustomer service line to discuss alternatives.)Optional for each phone manufacturer.Other medical devicesIf you use any other personal medical device, consultthe manufacturer of your device to determine if theyare adequately shielded from external RF energy.Your physician may be able to assist you in obtainingthis information.Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities whenany regulations posted in these areas instruct you todo so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be usingequipment that could be sensitive to external RFenergy.
