§ Mr. Llew SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what studies have been undertaken by Her Department into the effects of electromagnetic radiation on the uptake of calcium ions by human cells.
§ Mr. Sackville[holding answer 15 January 1993]: No such studies have been undertaken by the Department, nor any other body so far as we are aware. Studies in the United States involving animal cells have raised the possibility of an effect of electromagnetic radiation on the uptake of calcium ions. However, subsequent work undertaken by the National Radiological Protection Board does not suggest an adverse effect. This work has recently been submitted for publication.