More on Cell Phone and EMF Health Risks

For almost twenty years I have been writing about the risk of EMF and cell phone use to your health. This new study is of concern because we do know of the real impact of oxidation stress on the body.  Perhaps it is time to rethink your reliance on cell phones, tablets,and all microwave devices.

Cellphones cause oxidative stress, may up cancer

AVIV, Israel, Aug. 6 (UPI) -- There  is considerable oxidative stress on the tissue and glands close to a cellphone when in use and this may increase cancer risk, Israeli
researchers say.

Dr. Yaniv Hamzany of Tel Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of  Medicine and the Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department at the  Rabin Medical Center looked for clues in the saliva of cellphone users.

Since the cellphone is placed close to the salivary gland when in use, he and fellow researchers Raphael Feinmesser, Thomas Shpitzer, Dr. Gideon Bahar and Rafi Nagler of Tel Aviv University and Dr. Moshe Gavish  of the Technion in Haifa examined the saliva content of 20 heavy-user patients, defined as speaking on their phones for a minimum of 8 hours a  month.

Most participants speak much more, Hamzany said, as much as 30-40 hours a month. Their salivary content was compared to that of a control group, which consisted of deaf patients who either do not use a cellphone or use the device exclusively for sending text messages and other non-verbal functions.

The study, published in the journal Antioxidants and Redox Signaling,  found compared to the control group, the saliva of heavy users showed indications of higher oxidative stress -- a process that damages all aspects of a human cell, including DNA -- through the development of toxic peroxide and free radicals -- a major risk factor for cancer.

Although the study didn't uncover a conclusive "cause and effect" relationship between cellular phone use and cancer, the research adds to  the building evidence cellphone use might be harmful in the long term, the researchers said.

SOURCE:  UPI http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2013/08/06/Study-Cellphones-cause-oxidative-stress-may-up-cancer-risk/UPI-40681375764470/#ixzz2bCzYApRt

European Commission Releases New EMF Exposure Report

http://www.interferencetechnology.com/european-commission-releases-new-emf-exposure-report/

A European Commission health committee has released a new updated preliminary study on the health effects of exposure to electromagnetic fields.

Published by the Scientific Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks (SCENIHR), “Potential Health Effects of Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields” is an update to  a 2009 study and aims to take into account technological developments that may have altered average EMF exposure levels, such as greater use of switched power supplies in electronic devices and the increase in household appliances in the intermediate frequency range that exceed reference levels set by previous guidelines.

The report is based on over five hundred studies, most of which were published after 2009, and covers radio frequency, intermediate frequency, terahertz frequency, low frequency and static magnetic field exposure.

Regarding RF exposure, the committee said, “epidemiological studies on RF exposure do not unequivocally indicate an increased risk of brain tumors, and do not indicate an increased risk for other cancers of the head and neck region, or other malignant diseases including childhood cancer.” There is also a lack of evidence regarding negative effects of RF radiation on human cognitive functions, reproduction and development.

Referencing earlier research on the potential for an increased risk of glioma and acoustic neuroma in frequent users of mobile phones, the committee added, “it appears that the evidence for glioma became weaker while the possibility of an association with acoustic neuroma remains open.”

Cell phones remain the most frequent source of human exposure to electromagnetic fields, says the committee, noting that smartphones and other portable wireless devices operate within networks of different technologies and have therefore complicated EMF exposure.

A proper risk assessment on health effects from IF exposure is still not possible at this time, according to the committee, as there are few new studies in general, and no epidemiological studies have been conducted. Risk assessment on the potential health effects from exposure to terahertz EMF is also limited due to the small number of studies carried out thus far.

More research is also needed into the health effects of low frequency electromagnetic fields, says the committee, noting “epidemiological studies are consistent with earlier findings of an increased risk of childhood leukemia with long-term average exposure to magnetic fields above 0.3 to 0.4 µT” but “due to a lack of support from experimental data and shortcomings in the epidemiological studies, evidence remains weak that the observed associated reflects a casual effect.” Some studies have indicated that exposure to ELF does not impact physical movement, but may affect the performance of spatial memory tasks and could raise behavioral anxiety and stress. These effects may be greater with higher intensity fields and with longer periods of exposure.

The committee notes that observational studies have shown that movement in strong static magnetic fields—about 2 T—may induce vertigo and nausea, and suggests further investigation regarding the effects of an MRI scan on DNA integrity is needed. Additional research is also needed on combined simultaneous exposure to EMF of different frequencies and co-exposure to EMF and chemicals or other stressors before any conclusions can be drawn.

A public consultation on the preliminary study will run until April 16, after which a comprehensive report will be released.

- See more at: http://www.interferencetechnology.com/european-commission-releases-new-emf-exposure-report/#sthash.43hRcpHp.dpuf

Naples parents protest cell phone tower at elementary school

NORTH NAPLES, Fla - Controversy over cell phone towers at school. A group of parents at Naples Park Elementary are fighting to keep the tower off school property and away from their kids. 

"I was shocked," says parent Kimberly Dunn of learning a cell phone tower may go up at her son's school. 

Stephanie Lucarelli will have two kids at Naples Park next school year. Afraid of the health effects a cell phone tower could have on her children she started an online petition. 

"We feel we don't know enough about the radiation coming from a cell phone tower to know whether or not 10-20 years from now our kids are going to see any health effects from this," says Lucarelli. 

Currently the School District has three cell phone towers. One at Lely High School and two at Naples High School. Together the district receives more than $58,000 from the three towers. 

"There's no monetary amount you could give us to expose our children to the chance of getting some childhood illness," says Lucarelli. 

According to the FCC, "there is no reason to believe that such towers could constitute a potential health hazard to nearby residents or students. 

Still, Kimberly Dunn isn't taking any chances. For her, this fight is personal and one she plans to continue until her voice is heard. 

"Spreading the word, spreading the information. It's going to be tough during the summer because school is out, says Dunn. "I feel it's going to be an uphill battle, but the more we speak up. It's our children."

A district spokesperson says staff will meet with parents in the fall to receive additional input before deciding on how to proceed.

Source: http://www.winknews.com/Local-Florida/2013-06-17/Naples-parents-protest-cell-phone-tower-at-elementary-school#.UcUzeBZQSoV

23 Pictures That Prove Society Is Doomed

1. This picture of old friends reminiscing about the good old days over a delicious brunch:

2. This adorable picture of star-crossed lovers meeting for the first time:

3. This picture of graduating seniors leaving high school for the last time, finally free from the shackles of standardized education:

4. This inspiring picture of fans rooting for their team at the big game:

5. This picture of friends enjoying a delicious Brooklyn pizza:

6. This picture of a wonderful family giving thanks for all their blessings at Thanksgiving dinner:

7. This picture of best friends heading off on a life-changing road trip across the continental United States:

8. This picture of teens enjoying their last summer vacation, one that will no doubt change their lives:

9. This picture of friends discussing the intricacies of love, life, and everything in between over fine wine:

10. This heart-wrenching picture of brother and sister reuniting after a decade apart:

11. This picture of museumgoers seeing the beautiful paintings of Thomas Cole for the first time, the sort of paintings that bring a tear to one’s eye:

12. This picture of friends getting a little wild while tailgating at the ‘Niners game:

13. This picture of eager moviegoers itching to see this summer’s hottest blockbuster:

14. This picture of a friendly teen capturing a moment he never wanted to forget:

15. This picture of friends getting a bit wild at a birthday party:

16. This heartwarming picture taken mere seconds before the man on the right proposed to his girlfriend:

17. This picture of a nice young lady taking a new photo for her United States passport:

18. This picture showing young love in its purest, simplest form:

19. This picture of the girls watching the exciting conclusion of Pretty Little Liars:

20. This picture of best friends enjoying a delicious burger and a coffee:

21. This touching photo showing the difficulty — and the reward — of parenthood:

22. This picture of a young man viewing the sunset the way it was meant to be viewed — through a tiny screen:

23. And this adorable photo of a baby logging into her very first social network account:

Source: http://prd34.blogspot.ca/2013/06/the-ugly-truth-how-cell-phone-addiction.html