In a short period, 5G technology has the potential to generate significant revenue not only for the operators but also for the government and billions.
The exponential responsiveness and the ability to connect a host of devices from a single location will be useful in varied fields such as telemedicine, intelligence network, surveillance (including facial recognition), satellite coverage, business processing, high-level computing in science and research, etc.; – seemingly all for the good of the country.
But what is more significant would be its use in video games and entertainment streaming; that would affect the health of the young population of the country.
The population density is much higher in India as compared to the advanced countries where 5G is already in use on a limited basis. This would result from the presence of a higher concentration of microwaves in populated areas leading to health hazards.
It would be interesting to study the adverse effects of such high-frequency bands on human health. Such studies should be handed over to government medical institutions.
They have gone to the extent of recommending a moratorium on the roll-out of 5G until potential hazards for human health and the environment have been fully investigated. Since 5G antenna (base-station) density per sq km will be much higher.
As compared to 4G, the concentrated RF-EMF fields will substantially increase the harmful exposure for humans. As compared to 4G`s RF waves that travel along the surface of the skin, 5G`s millimeter (mm) waves are more harmful.
Given how addicted the young population is to their devices, they will tend toward risking health to support their screen-related addictions.
Some of the safety measures which may be adopted include: avoid living near a 4G and 5G cell tower or mini station; plan for directional metal EMF screen if staying within 100m; Refrain from using a cell phone for long periods; avoid keeping a cell phone in the bedroom while sleeping; when traveling with 5G cell phone, keep it in an EMF protective bag; spread awareness about the wireless harmful effects.
Telecom industry owners and other decision-makers should not ignore the risks to human health and the environment. All governments` medical agencies should support the development and consideration of medical guidelines for protective measures. An educational campaign should be carried out to educate the public about the health risks of exposure to RF radiation, and safe use of the technology, such as the deployment of wired internet in schools.
The study of these harmful effects should be independent of conflict of interests in terms of direct or indirect ties to the telecom industry.
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