Insights in the Biology of Extremely Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields Exposure on Human Health

Authors: Abbas Karimi, Farzaneh Ghadiri Moghaddam, Masoumeh Valipour

Year: 2020 Jun 8

Category: Molecular Biology

Journal: Molecular Biology Reports

Institution: Mol Biol Rep

DOI: 10.1007/s11033-020-05563-8

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32515000/

Abstract

Overview

Exposure to extremely low-frequency magnetic fields (ELF-EMF), generated by electrical devices and power systems ranging from 1 to 300 Hz, has raised concerns about public health impacts over recent decades. This abstract discusses key advances in understanding the biological impact of ELF-EMF exposure, emphasizing the connection to various diseases.

Findings

  • Recent experimental and epidemiological studies have linked ELF-EMF exposures with several health issues, including cancer, neurological disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and reproductive issues.
  • Current knowledge on genomic instability and potential therapeutic effects of ELF-EMF is also addressed.
  • Significant correlations have been observed particularly with childhood cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and miscarriage due to ELF-EMF exposure.
  • Unlike adult cancer risks, which have not shown a strong connection to ELF-EMF, other areas still require further study and evidence to draw conclusive links.

Conclusion

This review reinforces the need for more comprehensive studies to better understand the underlying mechanisms of ELF-EMF on human health. The biological effects of ELF-EMF, including DNA strand breaks, have been observed, but the exact mechanisms and broader implications remain under-investigated. The potential therapeutic benefits of ELF-EMF also warrant further exploration.

ELF-EMF public health cancer neurological disorders reproductive disorders
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