The old warning that you shouldn't stand next to a microwave stems from historical concerns regarding microwave radiation leakage, but modern appliances are legally manufactured to meet rigorous federal safety standards featuring heavy metal shielding and double-interlock door seals that prevent significant radiation escape. Standing near a properly functioning microwave poses zero health risks. However, you should avoid standing extremely close if your microwave has a visibly damaged, warped, or unlatched door, or a broken hinge, as physical gaps can theoretically allow minor microwave energy leakage during operation.
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