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A member asked:
Would thunder and lightning affect a pacemaker?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Generally no: No. However it is still a bad idea to stand outside during a lightning storm.
Answered 7/22/2020
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Pacemaker: If you get hit by lightning you're in trouble pacer or no. The electric fields during a thunder storm will not interfere with a pacer.....As long as you're not hit or near miss by lightning. Thunder is just sound and won't affect the device.
Answered 3/31/2013
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No because : These devices are shielded...Ok to use microwave & cell phones as well.
Answered 7/26/2019
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