5G is the latest network of wireless technology. It’s used to transmit data between appliances, like mobile phones and Bluetooth devices.
5G works by producing a type of energy called electromagnetic radiation. It uses higher frequencies than previous wireless networks, making it faster and more efficient.
Electromagnetic frequencies, like those produced by 5G, create an area called an electromagnetic field (EMF). Some people believe EMFs have negative health effects.
As a result, there is concern about how 5G affects health. But there are currently no known health risks linked to 5G.
Wireless technology is constantly evolving. Approximately every 10 years, mobile companies release a new generation of wireless systems. Each generation is an upgraded, more advanced version of the last one.
In 2019, 5G networks were released. The term “5G” stands for “fifth generation.”
5G provides faster mobile communications. This is expected to support the increasing number of electronic devices and services, including:
- self-driving cars
- virtual reality appliances
- telemedicine
- remote surveillance
- telesurgery
5G works by using higher frequencies on the electromagnetic spectrum. The frequencies range from 3.5 gigahertz (GHz) to several tens of GHz.
Before 5G was launched, these higher frequencies weren’t used in mobile networks. They are typically used in devices like security scanners.
It’s worth noting that electromagnetic frequencies are produced by anything that uses electricity. This includes:
- microwaves
- power lines
- computers
5G also uses a method called beamforming, which sends data directly to devices. This is different from previous generations, which sent signals in all directions.
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There is more research on the health effects of electromagnetic fields across the spectrum. However, the results are inconsistent.
To date, EMFs have been potentially associated with:
Tissue heating
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Tissue heating occurs when your skin absorbs electromagnetic energy. This causes a slight rise in temperature in your brain and body.
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However, tissue heating is considered to be short-term and minimal. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) also states that the public is exposed to very low frequencies of EMFs. These levels are too low to cause considerable tissue heating.
More research is necessary to determine how 5G specifically affects human tissue.
Cognitive function
The effects of 5G exposure on cognitive function have not been studied yet.
There’s some research involving EMFs from other sources. In a
A small 2018 research review found conflicting evidence. The researchers examined 43 studies regarding EMFs and cognitive function. They concluded that there is no solid link between EMFs and cognitive concerns.
Cancer
In 2011, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) stated EMFs are “possibly carcinogenic” to humans. The classification was determined by 30 scientists from 14 countries.
To date, most studies have examined the potential link between EMFs and brain cancer. But the results have been inconsistent.
For example, a 2017 research review found that EMF radiation from mobile phones are associated with glioma, a type of brain cancer. A 2018 study, on the other hand, did not find a clear association between high frequency EMFs and brain tumors.
Again, more studies are needed to determine if 5G frequency can contribute to cancer development.
