Occupational Exposures to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields and the risk of cancer

Abstract

Overview

Previous cohort and case-control studies have investigated possible associations between occupational exposure to radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF) and various cancers. Despite inconsistent evidence of a causal relationship, concerns persist due to the quality of RF EMF exposure assessments in earlier studies.

Methods

• Application of a newly developed job exposure matrix (JEM) across three separate case-control studies.
• Investigation of JEM validity through personal exposure measurements in high-exposure occupations.
• Correlation analysis between the level of occupational RF EMF exposure and risk perception to environmental RF EMF.

Findings

Initial results of this long-term project will soon be shared, illustrating the potential links between occupational RF EMF exposure and cancer risk, along with an evaluation of exposure assessment methods.

Conclusion

This investigation aims to enhance understanding of the potential cancer risks associated with occupational RF EMF exposure, emphasizing the need for improved exposure assessment in future research.