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Dangers of Wi-Fi
Have you ever wondered why your cell phone gets hot when you use it? It’s because the cell phone is emitting microwaves which cause it to become hot. These days if you question the safety of wireless technology, you’re in danger of being branded a Luddite. It would seem that wi-fi has become the acceptable standard for Internet connectivity as well as a host of other electronic gadgets. As more and more municipalities decide to blanket communities with free wireless Internet access, some citizen groups are questioning the safety of wi-fi. Is an environmental review in order? What does the research say? You may be surprised to learn that there is a lot we don’t know about the health effects of wireless technology.
One of the first groups that has come against wireless of technology is firefighters–although they might not want it publicized. Firehouses are often the targeted by cellular phone companies as ideal places to place antennas. Because firefighters work and sleep in the same location, they opposed the continuous exposure to non ionizing radiation and were able to litigate against it. The International Association of Firefighters has taken the position that firehouses should not be the site of cellular base station antennas until more is known about the long term effects of exposure.
The firefighters found that they could not respond as well when exposued to continuous radiation. They understood that by using wi-fi, you never give your body a break. Many people sleep in close proximity to wireless devices–cell phones, routers, PDAs. The intensity of the exposure is not the issue. Chronic exposure to low intensity exposure is considered to be worst than a single high intensity exposure.
The work of Canadian scientist Magda Havas is frequently referenced to demonstrate the adverse biological impact of electromagnetic radiation. Her research focuses on the effects of radio frequency radiation (RFR) used by cell phones and other wireless technologies. There is little funding in the United States for research of the biological and health effects of RFR or and EMF by government agencies. Available studies are often funded by the wireless industry, and not surprisingly, these studies often find no adverse effects.
So what are the potential health effects? Keeping in mind that much of the information is conflicting, potential health effects are:
- cancer
- genetic effects such as damage to DNA,
- cellular and molecular effects such as a reduction in enzymes critical to the central nervous system
- changes in electrophysiology such as reduced activity between nerve cells, and
- physiological and behavioral changes such as impairment of peripheral vision
Consumers can protect themselves best by simply using wired devices instead of wi-fi. Wi-fi is slower in comparison to wired technology, and wireless networks are notoriously insecure. In the meantime, educate yourself on the various issues.
Resources:
- Analysis of Health and Environmental Effects of Proposed San Francisco Earthlink Wi-Fi Network
- Health Dangers From Wireless Laptops
- School sued for installing a wireless computer network
- Teachernet advice on Mobile phones and base stations
I’m eager to hear your comments…
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- Tags: electromagetic, electrosmog, non ionizing radiation, radiation, wi-fi, wireless technology
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Frightening how our progress is also our down fall. All areas diet, technology, mechanization, ohh for my cave and piece of land!
ReplyTechnology is great, but it has its drawbacks
ReplyJust to be a contrarian…
“and not surprisingly, these studies often find no adverse effects…”
Also, not surpisingly, studies by opposing groups seem to find an amazing amount of adverse effects. Doesn’t matter which area you’re referring to, either. All I’m saying is that many studies are agenda driven, even so-called “neutral” government studies, which is something we should always be aware of.
You’re right, the jury is still out on WiFi, but you’re also right that it’s something we should be studying.
Good article.
ReplyWi-fi is becoming almost a must-have, just like cell phones. Health is not always the first thing that people think about, until it’s too late.
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ReplyCell phones and other wi-fi tecnology are here to stay, no matter what. Their use will only increase. People need to remind themselves of the dangers or potential dangers, It’s a balancing act.
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ReplyMost Wifi is in the microwave EMF bands… Nothing like cooking yourself w/o knowing it! Bigger risk is with high power Wifi or sitting near access points, esp commercial sites for long periods of time (6 cappachino’s and 200 emails later…).
If you feel dizzy, nauseated, or start feeling a hotspot on or in your skin – back away, you might be too close!
ReplyI think the jury is still out on WiFi. But, it’s definitely something that should be of concern and should be studied.
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If there is a danger from cell phone transmitting masts then what about the mobile phone next to your ear? That’s transmitting too, on a long call it gets hot right? So if the masts are dangerous the phone must be lethal but I don’t see anyone discouraged in using them.
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Wireless technology is very good and have lot of advantages but it have slow speed than cable.l
ReplyMany times we read that Wi-Fi technology is not safe or healthy for living beings. This so called fact that wi-fi is harmful doesn’t really make a change to our lives or the manufacturers lives. they are still producing and we are still buying in great numbers .what we need is some research to be done on new technology that is safe and sound for us in the future .
Replyknowing the above mentioned facts of what all diseases we can attract by radiations are enough to start thinking NOW.
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So fearful the Wi-Fi use.With the development of science technology, I hope the risks can removed the from it.
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As there is a lot we don’t know about the health effects of wireless technology, unbiased research and studies of this important topic would be valuable to our populations. Thanks for an enlightening article.
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your post scared me.we all are habitual for using this wifi technology.but as i gone though your post i came to know how harmful it is.but i thing it will be removed as early as possible because science is really a great help to mankind and i think this problem also vanish.
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i never thought about this dangerous thing.we all thought that technology simplify our lives.but we never saw its other side.really i got surprised after reading your post.i keep all your points in my mind and will follow them.
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Thanks for the info about this matter. Although I am sure we will learn from our mistakes. We have a want for these things more than there is a known problem about it. It is good to raise awarness around it and it’s good to recycle mobile phones for the environment as well.
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I am using more Wifi devices in my home and office but I don’t know the danger of Wi-Fi technology. As all the devices plays an important role in our life is there any precaution available for safe usage of these devices.
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