Mobile Communications and Public Health

Authors: Marko S. Markov

Year: Undated

Category: Public Health

Abstract

Overview

The chapter from Marko S. Markov discusses the increasing hazard of electromagnetic fields (EMF) from both low frequency and high frequency sources to the biosphere and public health, particularly in the last decades of the 20th century and early 21st century.

Findings

  • It addresses the anthropogenic factors contributing to public health risks, focusing on EMF from power lines and cellular communications.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) initiated "The International EMF Project" aiming to harmonize standards for EMF radiation and exposure.
  • The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has categorized non-ionizing radiation from mobile communications as a possible carcinogenic (category 2B).
  • Attention is drawn to non-thermal effects of EMF and misuse of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in exposure conditions.

Conclusion

Markov emphasizes the uncontrolled global exposure of the biosphere and mankind to EMF, highlighting the introduction of new technologies like 5G without adequate health risk assessments or established safety standards. He advocates for urgent action and the development of protective guidelines against EMF exposure.

electromagnetic fields public health mobile communications EMF safety carcinogenic risks non-ionizing radiation
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