Environmental RF exposure in Stockholm Old Town compared with tumour risks in rats in the Ramazzini Study

Authors: Hardell L, Carlberg M, Hedendahl L, Koppel T, Ahonen M

Year: 2019

Category: Environmental Health

Journal: World Academy of Sciences Journal

Institution: World Academy of Sciences

DOI: 10.3892/wasj.2018.5

URL: http://worldacademyofsciences.com/journal/WASJ-104_HARDELL.pdf

Abstract

Overview

The study investigates environmental radiofrequency (RF) radiation levels at Järntorget Square in Stockholm Old Town, highlighting potential health risks. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies RF radiation as a possible carcinogen.

Findings

  • High RF radiation was detected using the EME Spy exposimeter.
  • Field measurements reached a maximum of 11.6 V/m.
  • The research links these findings to increased tumour incidences in rats at similar exposure levels.

Conclusion

Significant parallels are drawn between measured RF radiation levels and tumour risks in animal studies, suggesting a potential increased cancer risk for people exposed over extended periods.

RF radiation carcinogen epidemiology tumour risk electromagnetic fields
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