Is there a danger of microwave leaking radiation?

There is little cause for concern about excess microwaves leaking from ovens unless the door hinges, latch, or seals are damaged. In FDA's experience, most ovens tested show little or no detectable microwave leakage. If there is some problem and you believe your oven might be leaking excessive microwaves, contact the oven manufacturer, a microwave oven service organization, your state health department, or the nearest FDA office. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Information. Web site: http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/microwave. ... more