Why aren’t the French associations taking part in the ANSES consultation on the links between radio frequencies and cancer?

Why aren’t the French associations taking part in the ANSES consultation on the links between radio frequencies and cancer?
By : Phonegate Team • 26 Nov 2024

The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) launched a public consultation on September 24, 2024, regarding its preliminary report on the links between radio frequencies and cancer. This consultation, open until November 25, 2024, invites stakeholders to comment on the agency’s provisional conclusions.

In this pre-report, ANSES concludes on page 339:

“Regardless of tumor location or biological systems analyzed in this report, the available data do not allow for a conclusion on the existence or absence of carcinogenic effects. This response also applies to the overall question of a carcinogenic effect in humans.”

This position marks a significant step back from the 2011 classification by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which categorized radio frequencies as “possibly carcinogenic” (Group 2B).

A Minority Position Relegated to an Appendix

Documentary: "The Digital Dilemma"

"The Digital Dilemma" documentary by Klaus Scheidsteger, 2023 ( 1.33.00)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGCnGJiMK0A

Original movie in German:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBe7RMnSBoo

French version:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkBYBsUdshU&t=197s

Digital developments are opening up great opportunities for mankind. However, these can only be used safely if the potential health risks are known and avoided. What do the latest scientific studies and findings reveal? This fact-based report calls for an open debate and sees itself as a piece of education for the responsible consumer. Renowned scientists have their say, as do committed doctors, developers, building biologists and those affected. Solutions for a digital future are shown as well as the visualized course of a privately financed, new study carried out by an interdisciplinary, international team.

Advisory Group recommendations on priorities for the IARC Monographs during 2025–2029: Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields including wireless mobile radiation

Advisory Group recommendations on priorities for the IARC Monographs during 2025–2029
iarc.who.int, 4 November 2024

Report of the Advisory Group to Recommend Priorities for the IARC Monographs during 2025–2029 (pp. 171-173)

Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields including wireless mobile radiation

Current IARC/WHO classification

Radiofrequency electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) radiation (including from wireless mobile telephones) has been previously classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B) in IARC Monographs Volume 102 in 2011 (IARC, 2013a), based on limited evidence in humans for glioma and acoustic neuroma. RF-EMF was given a priority rating of high by the Advisory Group to Recommend Priorities for the IARC Monographs during 2020–2024 (IARC, 2019a), on the basis of new cancer bioassay evidence in two independent studies (described below).

WHO is undertaking a health risk assessment of RF-EMF for a variety of outcomes, including cancer. This will be published as a monograph in the Environmental Health Criteria series and is based on several, currently ongoing, systematic reviews commissioned by WHO (Lagorio et al., 2021; Mevissen et al., 2022).

Trump's health secretary pick has said wireless tech might make you sick

Trump's health secretary pick has said wireless tech might make you sick
by Mike Dano, Editorial Director, 5G & Mobile Strategies, lightreading.com, 18 Nov. 2024

Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Jr. may be appointed as the nation's new secretary of Health and Human Services. He has been a critic of 5G networks and has said that wireless technology may be dangerous.

President-elect Donald Trump last week named Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Jr. as his secretary of Health and Human Services nominee, which is noteworthy considering RFK has repeatedly cited radio frequency (RF) emissions as a health risk.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.(Source: Julia Hansen / Alamy Stock Photo)

For example, as noted by the New York Times, RFK told a podcast host in 2020 that 5G was designed to harvest human data: "Why are they investing in a trillion dollars? To give you – so that you can download your video games maybe a couple of seconds faster? Or that you can download movies a couple of seconds faster? Does that make any sense to anybody? Nobody's going to pay that money for that. 5G has zero to do with giving you faster downloads. It is – it is a completely – it is a system that is completely geared towards harvesting human data."

40 New Papers on Electromagnetic Fields and Biology or Health (20 November 2024)

40 New Papers on Electromagnetic Fields and Biology or Health
Electromagnetic Radiation Safety, 20 November 2024

Dr. Joel Moscowitz, University of California Berkeley, has been circulating abstracts of newly-published scientific papers on radio frequency and other non-ionizing electromagnetic fields (EMF) monthly since 2016. The complete collection of these papers contains more than 2,000 abstracts with links to the papers. Several hundred EMF scientists around the world receive these updates.

To see abstracts for the most recent papers or to download volumes 1 to 3 of this collection go to:
https://www.saferemr.com/2022/06/recent-research-on-wireless-radiation.html

Recent Research on Wireless Radiation and Electromagnetic Fields

Relationship between radiofrequency-electromagnetic radiation from cellular phones and brain tumor: meta-analyses using various proxies for RF-EMR exposure-outcome assessment

Switzerland: Collective objection with over 300 signatures: This senior citizen is fighting against the planned 5G antenna

Collective objection with over 300 signatures: This senior citizen is fighting against the planned 5G antenna 
by Soraya Sägesser, aargauerzeitung.ch, 15 Nov. 2024 - auto-translation

Karl Bernet

Swisscom is planning to build a 5G antenna on Schulstrasse in Sins. The planning application was open to the public until November 12. Four objections and one collective objection have now been received. Here's what happens next.

Anyone living within 703.79 meters of the antenna is entitled to lodge an objection. Bernet requested a map from the municipality so that he could mark all properties, i.e. residents entitled to object. He recently told the Anzeiger Oberfreiamt newspaper. He himself lives in the Bachtalmühle and therefore only 150 meters away from the planned antenna.

He was out and about every day with the map and signature forms and spoke to the people concerned. “Some of these people didn't even know that a 5G antenna was being planned,” Bernet told the ‘Anzeiger Oberfreiamt’ newspaper. He noticed that there was a great willingness to sign.

5G Radiation: New Research Links to Brain Changes in Rats (Video)

This video delves into a comprehensive study by TSU, revealing significant changes in brain tissue following exposure to 5G RF-EMF frequencies. We discuss the link between wireless radiation and neurological development, drawing parallels with U.S. studies on ADHD, autism, and prenatal radiation exposure. Join us as we examine the role of oxidative stress, the potential long-term consequences, and the urgent need for further research to protect vulnerable populations.

rfsafe.com, 18 Nov. 2024 (8 min.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB1HzR-__rM

Russian scientists make alarming 5G discovery - Cellphone radiation has led to changes in the brain tissue of lab rats

Russian scientists make alarming 5G discovery
Cellphone radiation has led to changes in the brain tissue of lab rats

rurtnews.com, 14 Nov. 2024

FILE PHOTO. © Getty Images / fotografixx

Controlled exposure to the 5G radiation spectrum has resulted in changes to the brain tissue of laboratory rats, according to a team of scientists from Tomsk State University (TSU) in Russia.

Ever since the introduction of 5G cellphone infrastructure, there have been concerns about its potential health effects. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified the 5G radio frequency electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) as a “possible” human carcinogen, but no conclusive research has emerged either way.

“We decided to find out what the effect of non-ionizing radiation is on rodents of different ages,” Natalia Krivova, lead researcher at the TSU’s Biology and Biophysics Research Institute, said in a statement this week.

Why Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary Should Follow France’s Lead Advocating for Comprehensive Wireless Radiation Regulation

Why Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary Should Follow France’s Lead 
Advocating for Comprehensive Wireless Radiation Regulation
rfsafe.com, posted 15 Nov. 2024

France’s Bold Actions on Wireless Radiation

France has set a global example in protecting public health by proactively addressing the risks of wireless radiation, particularly for children. With policies ranging from banning Wi-Fi in nursery schools to mandating radiation exposure labels on cell phones, France’s comprehensive approach prioritizes health over industry interests. In contrast, the United States lags behind, hindered by outdated Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines and regulatory capture.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), offers a unique opportunity to champion similar reforms in the U.S. By leveraging his advocacy for transparency and safety, Kennedy can lead a transformative effort to safeguard Americans from the health risks of wireless radiation.

6G’s terahertz radiation might raise male reproductive health risks, study finds

6G’s terahertz radiation might raise male reproductive health risks, study finds
Terahertz waves, a type of electromagnetic radiation, are the backbone of 6G technology.

by Mrigakshi Dixit, interestingengineering.com, updated 12 November 2024

Representational image. iStock

The future of wireless technology is on the horizon, promising incredibly high speeds and unprecedented connectivity. But as we edge closer to the 6G era, a new concern has emerged: the potential health risks of terahertz radiation.

Terahertz waves, a type of electromagnetic radiation, are the backbone of 6G technology.

While they promise advancements, there’s growing worry about their impact on human health, particularly male reproductive health.

A recent study by Chinese military scientists from the Army Medical University has revealed potential dangers, reported the South China Morning Post (SCMP).

 
Even low levels of radiation dangerous

Terahertz radiation, even at relatively low levels, can pose a significant risk to male reproductive health.

United States: Every Attorney General in every state v the FCC

The National Call for Safe Technology is a rallying cry for better wireless device safety testing, up-to-date WiFi exposure guidelines, homeowner rights to refuse "smart" meters, ADA accommodations for individuals impacted by electromagnetic sensitivity, and wired as the default internet connection. https://thenationalcall.org/

COLUMN: Every Attorney General in every state v the FCC

Has the FCC ignored the possible harm wireless poses to the public ?

An OPINION By Frederick Sinclair, November 10, 2024

On September 18th 2024 a national collaboration of activist organizations, officials and citizens, who have organized as the National Call for Safe Technology, (The Call) sent a request to every Attorney General (AG) in every state of the Union, requesting their assistance in protecting residents in their states and the nation from an identified harm. A primary mission of a state AG is to investigate, prevent and remedy unlawful actions and harm inflicted on the public under their protection. The Call, in their 11 page letter, pinpoints how the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has failed to comply with a 2021 federal court remand order which underscores that the FCC has a statutory duty to regulate wireless exposure in order to protect public health. The FCC is failing in performing their duty and knowingly continues to allow exposures which are unsafe for the public and children in particular. The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, in its land mark decision Environmental Health trust, et al. v. FCC, ruled that the FCC “failed to provide a reasoned explanation” for its decision not to upgrade its 1996 guidelines for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) radiation. The FCC decision, not to upgrade, was ruled “arbitrary and capricious” under the federal Administrative Procedures Act and the case remanded back to the FCC to review the 11,000 pages of evidence, submitted to the docket. The evidence proved that harm is occurring below current FCC guidelines, which were set in 1996. To date, the FCC has failed to comply with the 2021 remand order. The Call, letter to State Attorney Generals, underscores the FCC statutory duty to regulate wireless exposure to protect public health and is requesting the assistance of the state prosecutors to help push for the court ordered upgrade of the outdated exposure levels which have been shown to be harming the public and the environment.

Wireless Radiation: the Elephant in the Classroom - November 9, 2024 - Forest Row, United Kingdom

Wireless Radiation: the Elephant in the Classroom - November 9, 2024 - Forest Row, United Kingdom

Evidence-based conference on biological impacts of wireless radiation on children, adults and wildlife, with expert advice on mitigation.

There will be two presentations from leading experts on biological impacts of wireless radiation, particularly on children, with a focus on mitigation strategies for schools. There will be a break for refreshments, a Question and Answer session, and a mitigation workshop from an engineering expert.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wireless-radiation-the-elephant-in-the-classroom-tickets-1014326486827

All proceeds from the event will be used to cover costs with any additional funds donated to the non-profit Environmental Health Trust.