Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields and Health Impacts- An Overview of the Literature

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Abstract

Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMFs) are ubiquitous anthropogenic physical stressors that are rapidly expanding. Humans are mainly exposed from a multitude of RF-EMF energy emitting sources. Several studies suggest an association between RF-EMFs exposure and development of health induced outcomes such as cancer and other severe effects. This paper discusses the association between RF-EMF exposure and severe health implications. Relevant literature was searched using Google Scholar, PubMed, NCBI Science Direct, and Research Gate. Out of a total of fifty articles, thirty-nine were selected and used to compile this review. Study findings were compared with each other based on possible health effects related to RF-EMF exposure. Fewer studies suggest that the RF-EMF exposure be classified as a Group 1 known human carcinogen. However, the adverse effects of RF-EMF exposure on both public health and ecology may worth future investigations. The development of RF public policies and safety guidelines formulated using the available scientific evidence.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInternational Conference on Electrical, Computer and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350327816
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event2023 IEEE International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2023 - Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 16 Nov 202317 Nov 2023

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Electrical, Computer and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2023

Conference

Conference2023 IEEE International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Energy Technologies, ICECET 2023
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town
Period16/11/2317/11/23

Keywords

  • RF EMFs
  • ecological effects
  • health effects
  • severe effects

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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