Abstract

Abstract Summary

Overview

Current standards for cell phone radiation mainly account for thermal effects and may underestimate non-thermal impacts. This study discusses both overlooked nonthermal consequences and an expansive view on risk assessment influenced by bioactive modulated fields.

Findings

• The revision of exposure standards to include a greater volume of tissue (10 grams instead of 1 gram) might lead to 'hot' spots that carry additional risks, particularly to brain tissue.
• Evidence links increased cell phone use to a rise in brain and head cancers, prompting concerns over nonthermal effects ignored in most regulatory reviews since 1986.
• Modulations in carrier waves, which could impact biological systems, are not currently factored into safety standards, pointing to a significant oversight in protecting public health against chronic exposures.

Conclusion

This study calls for a more inclusive consideration of modulated radiofrequency fields in public safety standards and insists on urgent, precautionary regulatory updates to better safeguard health.