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5. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless
phones poses a health risk?
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6. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of
wireless phone RF?
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7. How can I find out how much radiofrequency energy exposure I can get by
using my wireless phone?