The Role of Electromagnetic Pollution in Cancer Promotion

Magda Havas

Environmental and Resource Studies, Trent School of the Environment, Trent University, Peterborough, Canada

^*Correspondance to: Magda Havas 

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Abstract:

Exposure to non-ionizing electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) that include extremely low frequency electric and magnetic fields, intermediate frequencies commonly referred to as dirty electricity, and both radio frequency and microwave wave radiation has been increasing. Epidemiological studies document an increased risk of cancer incidence and cancer deaths associated with cell phone use, Wi-Fi exposure, as well as living near broadcast antennas, cell phone antennas and power lines. Electromagnetic pollution at levels well below international guidelines has been shown to cause cancers (in vivo studies) and several plausible mechanisms (in vitro studies) have been identified that include, but are not limited to oxidative stress, altered calcium flux, and increased membrane permeability. Time is long overdue for the World Health Organization and governing bodies to establish guidelines that truly protect public health. Also, time it is for the medical community to incorporate strategies to deal with the harmful effects of electromagnetic pollution, as part of their medical protocol, and to teach about this concept at medical schools since our exposure is likely to continue to increase.

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Cite the Article:

Havas M. The Role of Electromagnetic Pollution in Cancer Promotion. Clin Oncol. 2017; 2: 1278.