More than 180 scientists and doctors from 35 countries have recently recommended a moratorium on the roll-out of the fifth generation, 5G, for telecommunication until potential hazards for human health and the environment have been fully investigated by scientists independent from industry. In light of this and emerging research from the National Toxicology Program (NTP), we recommend everyone take time to review the research on EMF exposure.
5G signifies “5th generation” wireless technology. It is said to provide faster and higher transmission capacity. It includes the Internet of Things (IoT), driver-less cars, and faster video streaming. It will massively increase the microwave and millimeter wave radiation in our environment and will also use new frequencies that are not evaluated by experts independent from industry as to their safety.
5G will include the higher millimeter wave frequencies, previously used for crowd control for instance. The millimeter waves do not travel easily through buildings so 5G will require millions of new “small cell” antennas.
The wireless telecom industry intend to outfit nearly lamp post or utility post around the countries with these wireless small cell antennas beaming hazardous radiation next to, or into our homes, schools, working places and everywhere else, 24/7. Trial areas have already been setup in cities like London and there is no signs that industry intends to stop despite.
With a growing body of research already showing that current levels of EMFs are causing health problems and oxidative stress at the cellular level, this increased wireless speed will only amplify these effects. Many are worried particularly for young children and what the long term affects will be on their development. This non-ionising radiation which is classified as a ‘possible carcinogen’ by the WHO may need to be re-evaluated in this high frequency bracket.
EMF Home Team