Individual Exposure to Environmental Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in Hospitalized Preterm Neonates

Authors: Dimitri Besset, Brahim Selmaoui, Stéphane Delanaud, René de Seze, André Leke, Erwan Stéphan-Blanchard

Year: 2021 May 16

Category: Bioelectromagnetics

Journal: Bioelectromagnetics

DOI: 10.1002/bem.22349

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33998013/

Abstract

Extended Exposure of Preterm Neonates to RF-EMF in Hospital Settings

Overview

This study documents the exposure of hospitalized preterm neonates to environmental radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) and evaluates the data against existing health recommendations.

Findings

  • Chronic exposure to RF-EMF was observed with median and P99 exposure levels documented.
  • Main contributors to RF-EMF were DECT signals, mobile phone uplink (UL), and FM/TV broadcasts.
  • The study found that all infants tested were occasionally exposed to RF-EMF levels above recommended thresholds, despite overall lower exposures than typical environmental levels.

Conclusion

Although the detected RF-EMF levels are below harmful thresholds specified by guidelines, the proximity to sources related to human activities necessitates careful consideration due to the heightened sensitivity of neonates. More extensive studies recommended to further substantiate these findings.

RF-EMF preterm neonates environmental exposure hospital safety electromagnetic sensitivity NICU health risks
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