Phone radiation claims challenged

Claims that hands-free add-ons for mobile phones can increase the amount of radiation passing into users have been questioned by manufacturers.

Instead of offering protection against potential health risks, two such devices acted as aerials and tripled the amount of radiation channelled into users, said watchdog the Consumers Association.

"If you are worried about levels of radiation from your mobile phone, you should not rely on a hands-free set"

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