Mobile Communications and Public Health

2018 · Harm · Insufficient evidence

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HarmInsufficient evidencePaper 1764

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Publicationmanual · 2018

Study typereview

Reported directionHarm

Evidence ratingInsufficient

Abstract

Mobile Communications and Public Health Edited by Marko Markov Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. June 2018. ISBN-13: 978-1-138-56842-6 (Hardback); 978-0-203-70510-0 (eBook) taylorfrancis.com This book represents a comprehensive overview of various forms of mobile communications devices, with increasing variations and intensities that constitute a serious hazard to both the biosphere and mankind. Contributors stress the lack of controls over mobile communication signal sources, as well as the absence of monitoring the health of individuals exposed to microwave radiation. The work also entails a review of the engineering behind mobile communication technology, including a summary of basic scientific evidence of the effects of biological exposure to microwaves, and unique coverage on potential hazards of mobile communication for children. Marko S. Markov, Ph.D., has been professor and chairman of the Department of Biophysics and Radiobiology of Sofia University for more than 20 years. With over 45 years of basic science research experience, and over 40 years in the clinical application of electromagnetic fields, he is recognized as one of the world's best experts in the subject. His list of publications includes 196 papers and 18 books. * Presents an overview of what modern science knows about mobile communications signals; * Details the latest research on potential hazards related to uncontrolled use of mobile devices; * Provides information related to children's organisms not developed biologically prior to exposure to microwave signals; * Offers methods of control of the house and work environment; and * Explores the link between science and electromagnetics hazards. The 5G Appeal By Rainer Nyberg, Lennart Hardell. pp. xii - xvi

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Study typereview

Effect directionharm

PopulationNot supplied

Sample sizeNot supplied

Exposuremicrowave

Evidence strengthInsufficientConfidence: 66% · Peer reviewed: unknown

Main findings

This book is described as a comprehensive overview of mobile communications devices and includes a review of engineering aspects and a summary of scientific evidence on biological effects of microwave exposure. The description states contributors consider mobile communication signal sources to pose a serious hazard and emphasize lack of controls and monitoring of exposed individuals, including potential hazards for children.

Outcomes measured

biological effects of microwave exposure
potential health hazards
children’s potential hazards

Limitations

Appears to be a book description rather than a primary research study abstract
No specific study methods, populations, exposure metrics (e.g., frequency, SAR), or quantitative results are provided
Publication year and journal/peer-review status are not stated in the provided metadata

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