5G Wireless Deployment and Health Risks: Time for a Medical Discussion

Authors: Priyanka Bandara, Tracy Chandler, Robin Kelly, Julie McCredden, Murray May, Steve Weller, Don Maisch, Susan Pockett, Victor Leach, Richard Cullen, Damian Wojcik

Year: July 2020

Category: Public Health

Journal: ACNEM Journal

Institution: ACNEM Journal

Abstract

Overview

The study focuses on the urgent need for a medical and scientific discussion regarding the health implications of 5G wireless technology in Australia and New Zealand. It highlights the contrast between media assurance provided by industry and government versus the concerns raised by scientific research and public protests.

Findings

  • Highlights the increased health risk concerns due to untested 5G technology, its novel exposure mechanisms, and its broader spectrum usage.
  • Discusses significant increases in human exposure to RF-EMR with 5G deployment and the existing evidence suggesting biological interference.
  • Expresses concerns about non-thermal effects of 5G technology, the potential for permanent tissue damage, and the more pronounced effects on smaller-bodied beings and creatures sensitive to EMF.
  • Reviews the evidence base indicating RF-associated oxidative stress in past studies, highlighting the strong evidence of adverse health effects from RF emissions.

Conclusion

Calls for a reassessment of current safety guidelines considering the potential severe health impacts of 5G technology and criticizes the current regulatory frameworks for having possible conflicts of interest linked to the wireless industry.

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