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Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 18 April 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 April 2017. It was answered by David Mowat (Conservative) on Wednesday, 26 April 2017 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Motor Neurone Disease: Electromagnetic Fields

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what discussions he has had with clinical bodies on the potential link between motor neurone disease and exposure to strong electro-magnetic charges in the (a) electricity network, (b) airline, (c) welding and (d) other industries.

Answer

My Rt. hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Health regularly meets with clinical bodies to discuss a wide range of issues including the diagnosis and treatment of people with motor neurone disease.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
71135
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Health hazards Motor neurone disease Electromagnetic fields
Link
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