Abstract

Overview

In an effort to clarify the nature of causal evidence regarding the potential impacts of radio frequency radiation (RFR) on biological systems, this paper utilizes a well-established causation framework expanded from that of Bradford Hill, combining experimental and epidemiological evidence on the carcinogenesis of RFR.

Findings

• The Precautionary Principle has guided public policy to protect from potentially harmful materials, yet seems ignored regarding RFR from mobile communications.
• Current standards focus only on thermal effects, overlooking substantial evidence of non-thermal effects in biological systems and human populations.
• Literature review covers in vitro and in vivo studies, clinical studies on electromagnetic hypersensitivity, and epidemiological evidence linking mobile radiation to cancer.
• The study questions whether current regulations adequately serve public good, according to the Precautionary Principle and Bradford Hill’s causation principles.

Conclusion

Concludes substantial evidence that RFR causes cancer among other adverse health effects. Highlights the failure of entities like the FCC in protecting public health over industry conveniences, thus posing avoidable risks to the public.