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CDC June 2014 Guidance: “We recommend caution in cellphone use.” … and the Story behind the Backtracking.
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions In June 2014, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), revised its webpage for “FAQ About Cell Phones and Your Health” to state the following [1]: “Along with many organizations worldwide, we recommend … Continue reading
Posted in Smart Grid, Smart Meters, and RF Emissions
Tagged Caution, CDC, Cell Phone, Health Effects, IARC, Mobile phone, RF Emissions
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Suzanne Somers Warns about ‘Smart’ Meters as a Toxic Threat
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions Some fight the aging process, but Suzanne Somers, at 68, celebrates her age, and she has the perspective of having lived a life filled with varied experiences, including that of actress, author, singer, businesswoman and … Continue reading
Posted in Smart Grid, Smart Meters, and RF Emissions
Tagged EMF, Health Effects, Smart Meters, Suzanne Somers
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New Itron OpenWay Riva ‘Smart’ Meters Combine RF Mesh, PLC and Wi-Fi Communications and Poll Data Once per Second.
At the recent European Utility Week, Itron provided a demonstration of its new OpenWay Riva ‘smart’ meter. SkyVision Solutions has several concerns with this new ‘smart’ meter. First, the Itron representative made mention that the new meter polls data once … Continue reading
Posted in Smart Grid, Smart Meters, and RF Emissions
Tagged Cyber Threat, Health Effects, Itron Riva, Privacy, Smart Meters
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Utility Industry RF Safety Expert: Utilities need an opt-out strategy for customers who can’t tolerate a ‘smart’ meter on their house.
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions Someone sent me a link to a smart grid-related webinar video from 2012 where a utility industry RF safety expert made some surprising but yet rational statements on the need for ‘smart’ meter opt-out programs. … Continue reading
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Tagged Health Effects, Opt-Out, RF Emissions, Smart Meters
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Oral Arguments to be Heard this Week by Maine Supreme Court in Smart Meter Case
Note: This article has been updated with additional information based upon the oral arguments held 11/3/2015. Refer to the end of the article for the updated content. Oral arguments in an ongoing smart meter case will be heard on November … Continue reading
Consumer Reports Issues ‘Common-Sense Precautions’ for Cell Phone Use
Consumer Reports (CR) has just issued what it calls “common-sense precautions when using your cell phone” which include the following: “Specifically, CR recommends these steps: Try to keep the phone away from your head and body. That is particularly important … Continue reading
A Message to Public Schools and Public Libraries about Wireless Devices
Ronald M. Powell, Ph.D. [1] has recently distributed two documents related to health concerns about wireless devices. Although the technical content of each document is almost identical, one is intended as a message to Public Schools and the other is … Continue reading
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Tagged Health Effects, Public Libraries, RF Emissions, Schools, Wireless Technology
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Study Suggests Wireless Devices Linked to Many Health Risks
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions Radiofrequency (RF) emissions from wireless devices are likely linked to a number of health conditions and diseases, such as cancer and various other disorders, a new study suggests. “Oxidative Mechanisms of Biological Activity of Low-intensity … Continue reading
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Tagged Cancer, Cell Phone, EHS, Health Effects, RF Emissions
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Fighting Smart Meters Requires More Effective Engagement with Politicians
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions This article outlines a sometimes overlooked strategy for fighting the forced installation of smart utility meters and which would help reestablish the boundaries of governments and corporations, specifically with regard to the intrusiveness of smart … Continue reading
A Critical Review of the ComEd Radiofrequency ‘Fact Sheet’
by K.T. Weaver, SkyVision Solutions I was recently asked to respond to a question posed by a ComEd customer regarding the technical content of a ComEd “Radio Frequency Fact Sheet” on smart meters. [1] Upon review and without taking a strong … Continue reading
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Tagged ComEd, FCC, Health Effects, RF Emissions, Smart Meters
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