Describes persistent headaches and body aches near electronics after an infectious-disease hospitalizatio…

HHS public comment #1963 · HHS-OASH-2026-0397 · 2026-10-09

#1Describes persistent headaches and body aches near electronics after an infectious-disease hospitalizatio…by Hector Ortiz » 2026-10-09
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Describes persistent headaches and body aches near electronics after an infectious-disease hospitalization, seeks answers, and reports that purchased EMF blankets did not help.

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I believe my experience could be a valuable case for learning more about NEMETH exposure.

Three years ago, I was hospitalized in Fort Worth, Texas, for a medical emergency. I spent 19 days in the hospital under the care of an infectious disease specialist, Dr. McDonald, who saved my life.

In the months leading up to that hospitalization, I was avoiding cell towers, light bulbs, and even refrigerators because I associated them with the symptoms I was experiencing. After my hospital treatment, I felt fully recovered—but about six weeks later, the symptoms returned.

For the past three years, I’ve continued to experience these symptoms. Although they’re not as severe now, I can usually spend only about 30–40 minutes around electronics before I begin experiencing headaches and body aches. I’m still looking for answers, and I hope to see a new infectious disease specialist soon. The image shows about $400 worth of EMF blankets from an Amazon purchase, which do not work!

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