[Electromagnetic fields and people's health].
← Research streamThe abstract states that substantial data have accumulated suggesting unfavorable health effects of EMF across various frequencies, but that mechanisms of low-intensity EMF action and the possibility of remote consequences remain unclear. It discusses WHO's "…
Study snapshot
Abstract
A lot of data has been presently accumulated on an unfavorable effect produced by electromagnetic fields (EMF) of various frequencies on human organism. However, the mechanisms of the low-intensity EMF biological actions or the possibility of development of remote consequences are not clear until now. Due to this, the WHO formulated a so-called warning concept. The prerequisites of the mentioned recommendations as well as their topicality and possible application are under discussion.
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Main findings
The abstract states that substantial data have accumulated suggesting unfavorable health effects of EMF across various frequencies, but that mechanisms of low-intensity EMF action and the possibility of remote consequences remain unclear. It discusses WHO's "warning concept" and the prerequisites and applicability of related recommendations.
Outcomes measured
- health effects
- biological mechanisms of low-intensity EMF
- remote/long-term consequences
Limitations
- No specific frequencies, sources, exposure metrics, or health endpoints are described in the abstract.
- Appears to be a narrative discussion; methods for evidence selection/appraisal are not provided.
- Mechanisms and long-term consequences are described as unclear.
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Identifiers and source
DOI: Not supplied
PubMed: 12852030
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