Abstract

Overview

Radiofrequency (RF) radiation, classified in 2011 as a possible human carcinogen by the IARC at the WHO, is further studied analyzing the cancer risks in human studies.

Findings

The systematic review led by Karipidis et al., commissioned by the WHO, reports moderate certainty evidence suggesting mobile phone use does not significantly increase the risk of various brain and head tumors nor pediatric leukemia. This article critically analyzes these conclusions, highlighting multiple errors, omissions, and potential conflicts of interest in the Karipidis review.

Significant results indicating increased cancer risks from RF-radiation exposure (from mobile and cordless phones, transmitters, and base stations) have been reportedly ignored or excluded. These findings contradict the conclusions drawn by the Karipidis group and warrant a reevaluation of current RF radiation safety regulations.

Conclusion

This paper argues that the Karipidis group's conclusions are unscientific and unjustified based on the evidence of increased cancer risk from RF-EMF exposures presented by other studies. This study recommends the retraction of the Karipidis article due to its flawed evaluation of the scientific facts.