Spots with Extremely High Radiofrequency Radiation After Deployment of 5G Base Stations in Stockholm, Sweden
Abstract
Overview
This study investigates environmental radiofrequency (RF) radiation levels in Stockholm, Sweden, following the deployment of 5G base stations. Recent years have seen rapid rollout of 5G infrastructure both in Sweden and globally, occurring without comprehensive risk assessments for human health or the environment.
Methods
- Measurements conducted in October 2023 with a Narda-550 broadband meter and EF-1891 probe (root mean square [RMS] mode).
- Testing performed in city areas previously measured for comparison with RF levels from earlier telecommunications generations.
- Guideline comparisons based on ICNIRP and US FCC standards, which use RMS RF levels.
Findings
- Substantial increase in environmental RF radiation observed since previous measurements.
- Extremely high maximum RF levels detected at:
- Central Railway Station: 3,637,191 μW/m²
- Mäster Samuelsgatan (popular street): 11,613,976 μW/m²
- Drottninggatan (another walking street): 5,271,555 μW/m²
- Actual peak RF values are expected to be even higher (since only RMS was measured).
Health Links
Measured RF levels match or exceed those found in homes where individuals rapidly developed symptoms consistent with the microwave syndrome following installation of 5G (often with 4G+). The exposures reported are also significantly higher than the RF levels previously linked in scientific studies to both increased cancer risk and development of the microwave syndrome in populations living near telecommunication infrastructure.
Conclusion
There is a clear association between extremely high environmental RF radiation after 5G deployment and potential health risks including cancer and microwave syndrome. This study highlights the urgent need for health and environmental risk assessment related to new wireless technologies.