Mobile phone and base stations: Radiation and its effects on human health and environment: A Review

Abstract

Overview

A comprehensive review of the effects of mobile phone and base station radiation on human health and the environment is presented. This encompasses both the well-known benefits of mobile connectivity and the emerging concerns over its potential hazards.

Key Findings

• The conveniences of mobile technology are marred by the indications that electromagnetic radiation (EMF) may adversely affect human health.
• Both thermal effects, akin to microwave cooking, and non-thermal effects, which are potentially more hazardous, are observed.
• Incidents from India, involving the cell phone industry and mobile tower proliferation, outline a broader scenario of widespread radiation exposure.

Implications on Wildlife and Environment

Radiation from mobile and base stations has been noted as a contributing factor in the decline of house sparrow populations, pointing to broader environmental impacts.

Conclusion

This study collates various research findings, underlining the urgency for multidisciplinary investigations into EMF effects and calls for stricter regulatory measures by policymakers to mitigate these risks.