In a recent legal victory against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is urging parents and individuals to reconsider how they carry and use their mobile devices.
Kennedy, who successfully challenged the FCC in the Court of Appeals regarding cell phone radiation regulations, claims the commission has been “lying to the public about cell phone safety” and must now revise its guidelines.
“If you’ve got a kid, don’t ever let him put his cell phone near his head,” Kennedy warned in recent comments during an interview. He extended this caution to various body parts, advising against carrying phones in front pockets for boys and recommending girls avoid placing phones near chest areas or reproductive organs.
According to Kennedy, the scientific evidence supporting these concerns is substantial. “There are really extreme dangers of cell phone radiation, and people are not paying attention,” he stated, referencing what he describes as “tens of thousands of studies” on the subject.
The environmental lawyer and political figure particularly emphasized nighttime habits, noting that many young people sleep with their devices nearby. “A lot of our kids sleep with the cell phone right next to their heads. They fall asleep with them on the bed. Don’t let them do that,” he cautioned.
Kennedy’s recommendations include maintaining distance from devices when possible, especially during sleep hours. “If you can get away from them at night so that they get eight hours without it anywhere near them, that is really important,” he advised.
The FCC has historically maintained that cell phones operating within their exposure guidelines do not pose significant health risks. However, Kennedy’s lawsuit challenges the adequacy of these guidelines and the scientific basis behind them.
Health authorities continue to research potential connections between radiofrequency energy from mobile devices and human health. While many studies have been inconclusive, some experts recommend precautionary measures similar to those Kennedy suggests.
