The Health Risks From
5G Small Cell Wi-Fi Antennas
The Risk of Adverse Health Effects to Humans
Q: Where can I read more about what scientific experts say on the dangers of 5G?
A: You can find an extensive collection of scientific quotes HERE
Remember that 5G small cell Wi-Fi antennas require densification: aggregating a large number of these antennas in a small area amplifies the risks. Hundreds of scientists have evaluated the cell tower RF radiation exposure limits of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the International Commission for Non-ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) and found the limits are decades outdated and not protective to the health of the public, especially not the health of children.
Other peer-reviewed studies have demonstrated that exposure to radiofrequency radiation (RFR) – the kind emitted by 5G small cell Wi-Fi antennas, as well as other wireless devices – can have significant adverse effects if they are closer to people than 500 meters (about 1,500’). Densification, of course, requires these small cell antennas to be significantly closer than that in order to work. Many scientists think this is not a risk worth taking.
“Sufficient scientific evidence has accumulated to demonstrate the risk of adverse health effects to humans from exposure to RFR at permitted levels of exposure. Children and fetuses are especially at risk, as are insect species in the environment.”
ENVIRONMENT: SCIENCE AND POLICY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
2024, VOL. 66, NO. 2. Applying the Precautionary Principle to Wireless Technology: Policy Dilemmas and Systemic Risks
(authors: Paul Ben Ishain, Hillel Z. Baldwin, Linda S. Birnbaum, Tom Butler, Kent Chamberlin, Devra L. Davis Theodora Scarato, and Hugh Taylor)
Human Health Risks Associated with Cell and Wireless Radiation
Many people experience symptoms such as fatigue, tiredness, concentration difficulties, dizziness, nausea, heart palpitation, sleep and digestive disturbances. Prolonged exposure to higher intensity radiation can have toxicity effect with elevated adverse health risk to illness like cancer, brain development and infertility.
ELEVATED CANCER RISK
Cell phone and wireless radiation is proven Group 1 Human Carcinogen:
Adults:
• elevated thyroid cancer risk
• elevated breast cancer risk
• elevated leukemia risk
• elevated brain cancer risk
Children:
• elevated childhood leukemia risk
• elevated brain tumor risk
BRAIN HEALTH RISKS
Adverse effects brain functioning and brain development in children:
Adults:
• brain cancer
• decreased memory
• brain fog and difficulty to focus
Children:
• brain development
• brain tumors
• ADHD
REPRODUCTIVE ISSUES
Cell phone and wireless radiation negatively effects reproductive systems:
Males:
• reduced sperm quality/count and motility
• decreased testosterone
Females:
• hormonal changes impacting
fetus development
You can do something about it!
CALL TO RESIDENTS OF MARIN COUNTY
Write a short email to your District’s Supervisor
Tell your supervisor that:
You support the 5G small cell antenna ordinance drafted by attorney Andrew Campanelli, which will:
• Strengthen Marin County’s existing Title 22 ordinance;
• Give County officials the tools they need to refute telecom industry lawsuit threats with confidence; and
• Responsibly protect Marin County residents, wildlife, and the environment, including the vulnerable, unspoiled charm of Marin’s hidden villages, historic towns, rolling hills and agricultural lands we all cherish.
If other than Supervisor Rodoni / District 4, please cc him on your email as Dennis is also president of the Board of Supervisors this year.
Say No to Small Cell Wi-Fi Antennas Near Your Home
Email addresses for Board of Supervisors
DISTRICT 1: Mary Sackett (mary.sackett@marincounty.gov)
(Includes the majority of the City of San Rafael, and unincorporated Lucas Valley, Marinwood, and Santa Venetia)
DISTRICT 2: Katie Rice (katie.rice@marincounty.gov)
(Includes Fairfax, San Anselmo, Ross, Larkspur, southwest San Rafael, Kentfield, Greenbrae, Oak Manor, and Sleepy Hollow)
DISTRICT 3: Stephanie Moulton-Peters (stephanie.moultonpeters@marincounty.gov)
(Includes Sausalito, Floating Homes, Marin City, Tam Valley, Almonte, the majority of Mill Valley, Alto-Sutton Manor, Strawberry, Tiburon, and Belvedere)
DISTRICT 4: Dennis Rodoni (dennis.rodoni@marincounty.gov)
(Includes Coastal West Marin – Muir Beach, Bolinas, Stinson Beach, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Inverness and Inverness Park, Marshall, Tomales, Dillon Beach; the inland rural corridor – Nicasio, Chileno Valley, San Geronimo Valley, and west Novato; and parts of east San Rafael, San Quentin, Corte Madera, Larkspur, and the unincorporated area of Mill Valley)
DISTRICT 5: Eric Lucan (eric.lucan@marincounty.gov)
(Includes the majority of the City of Novato, and the unincorporated areas of Bel Marin Keys, Loma Verde, Black Point, Green Point, Rush Creek/Atherton Corridor, and Indian Valley)
Board of Supervisors’ Districts
You can also send a message to any supervisor or their aide online by visiting Marin County Board page.
