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information on emf's & how to mitigate them
Airport Scanners
Use the sub-tabs in this section to find information on EMF risks associated with different kinds of airport security. Each section includes best practices to reduce exposure.
Backscatter X-Ray Technology
Millimeter Wave Technology
Hand scanning wands and pat downs (used if you choose the opt-out option) do not pose a significant threat to your body (when compared to the other types). The hand scanners are not in one place over your body for too long a time and are passive detectors, as opposed to the active ones described in this section.
The hand scanners do operate in the 95 KHz range. The sensitivity (how close it needs to be to the body) is 6-9”. Again, this is the better option for getting through airport security if it is available.