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Describes perceived EMF hypersensitivity, longstanding headaches and cognitive and sleep difficulties, and difficulties functioning around phones at work.

  • Electromagnetic sensitivity: “ue as it can be debilitating to some who are hypersensitive to EMFs. Thank you for opening this public comment opportunity.”
  • Neurological symptoms & sleep: “nal due to EMF exposure. I have experienced insomnia, brain fog, and headaches since I was a teenager (about 20 years ago) all the way through ”
  • Occupational exposure: “er. I still struggle to function optimally at work since I have to be around people who have their cell on. Whenever I need to speak with someone a”

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I am an individual who has been struggling to stay functional due to EMF exposure. I have experienced insomnia, brain fog, and headaches since I was a teenager (about 20 years ago) all the way through my mid-20s and could not figure out why. During my 20s, I don't remember how I came across the topic of EMF hypersensitivity, but after some research and seeing how my symptoms matched, I decided to purchase a Faraday bag for my cell to see if that would help. For the first time my symptoms improved and I could sleep better. I still struggle to function optimally at work since I have to be around people who have their cell on. Whenever I need to speak with someone at work, I would feel a bit disoriented and struggle to communicate clearly. I would stutter and scramble up my words. If I spend more than about 30 minutes on my cell surfing the web or texting, I will experience a headache or brain fog and sluggishness. When I place my cell in a Faraday bag afterwards, the symptoms go away. For awhile, keeping my cell in a Faraday bag has helped me sleep better, but during this past year something has changed because my insomnia returned. I also experience a slight burning sensation on my skin as I'm trying to fall asleep. I really appreciate HHS looking further into this issue as it can be debilitating to some who are hypersensitive to EMFs. Thank you for opening this public comment opportunity.