Research on possible negative effects of electromagnetic radiation (EMF)
Background. There is increasing debate and concern about the effects of long-term exposure to electromagnetic fields, wireless radiation such as Wi-Fi, mobile networks (3G, 4G and now 5G), radar, emergency communication networks, magnetic fields from electrical cables and equipment, and more. In public debate, one may get the impression that there is no good peer-reviewed research showing several documented negative effects of wireless radiation. Negative effects of, among other things, wireless radiation have been well known since the early 1960s, when the American embassy in Moscow was “bombarded” with high-intensity microwave radiation, which led employees to often become ill, feel unwell, and return home after only a short period of service. In other words, wireless radiation began to be used as a weapon more than 50 years ago.
The research is clear; it is only market forces that are trying to obscure the facts
Over the past 30 years, nearly 40,000 scientific studies have been conducted showing strong warnings and serious adverse effects such as increased risk of brain cancer, DNA damage, oxidative stress, immune dysfunction, altered brain development, impaired reproductive capacity, sleep changes, hormonal changes, hyperactivity, and memory problems. Common symptoms include headache, tremors, dizziness, forgetfulness, poor concentration, and sleep disturbances.
Below we refer to some scientific studies for those of you who wish to read the documentation yourselves:
- Environmental Health Trust on EMF and health, click here!
- Google Scholar on EMF and health, click here!
- PubMed on EMF and health, click here!
- Microwave News on EMF and health, click here!
- Research on electromagnetic hypersensitivity, click here!
- Research on semen quality/sperm and radiation, click here!
Despite all the documentation that has emerged, attempts are being made to create the impression that wireless radiation and other EMF are harmless. One may speculate about the reasons for this, and the obvious one is that it is much cheaper to build out wireless networks than to lay cable (which does not radiate), and that it is practical and easy to use wireless technology. The result is that many ignore the warnings, and the operators/providers can continue their expansion and make good money. It is up to you whether you want to take a precautionary approach, reduce exposure, and protect yourself to the best of your ability (there are several relevant technologies that have been shown to be effective).
There is a lot you cannot control, but you can do something about your immediate environment and your usage habits!
