Dos and Dont's Use landlines instead of mobiles wherever possible. Don't use a cellphone if the signal is weak-that's when they shoot out more radiation. Talk less, text more; invest in a hands-free kit. Opt for a low SAR (specific absorption rate) phone and avoid sleeping with it. Children below eight should not be allowed to use mobile phones except in emergencies. It's difficult, but try not to use a cellphone for more than one-two minutes at a stretch. Try to live away from a cell phone tower-ideally more than five km away. 7 Reasons Why You Should Worry The data is mixed and experts differ. But there's growing concern that the ubiquitous wireless technology has the potential to become the next public health disaster. Heating trouble Cellphones generate heat and these radiofrequencies are absorbed mostly by the head and neck. Heavy use increases the risk of raised cellular, tissue as well as body temperature. Pregnancy and fertility ...