I am siding with Bill on this one…
Your laptop has less impact than an “old” quartz watch, smoke detector or standard CRT monitor.
Overall, laptops & PC’s had a “no detect” levels. (Please keep in mind that offices surrounded by concrete, natural rock, or in basements had “above” detect levels simply due to naturally occurring radon & certain stone “free radicals” content.)
I am not sure what doctor would ever state a laptop is a “intense field of radiation”… (or else Apple may have a few more Eco-Issues)
Some water systems (mine) also have “above” detect levels due to this same natural effect.
In my tens years of monitoring employees I have never told a person they were “silly” or being a hypochondriac for being concerned about exposure. I gave them answers, data and options to protect themselves.
It is never silly to be concern, however it is stupid to worry or act without verifying a problem exists.
Anyone can purchase detection kits to monitor their home and person for radiation, VOC and 100 of hazardous compounds. http://www.labsafety.com/search/dosimeter/
So don’t worry… test your home.
Stay concerned, stay informed and KEEP monitoring your workplace safety.
Hey but what do I know... Chris
P.S. We have a 12” Ibook at work… it is a ergonomic & eye strain “train wreck” that was not designed to work on for more that 2-4 hrs per session. Get a fat (low RAD) 19” LCD and ergonomic wireless keyboard mouse combo – your body will than you later ;-)
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