Cell Tower Health Effects: Science and Policy
Cell towers and 5G emit RF radiation
Cell towers, including 4G and 5G cellular antennas, emit radio frequency (RF) radiation, a type of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation. Although this type of radiation is non-ionizing, this does not ensure safety. Many scientists recommend caution because studies have reported a range of harmful health impacts after prolonged exposure.
Chronic exposure has been associated with increased oxidative stress and DNA damage and cancer risk
- RFK Jr.’s Health Department to Study Cell Phone Radiation Risk to Children: Recommended regulatory reforms to protect children
- Environmental Health Sciences Calls on Congress to Hold FCC Accountable for Cell Tower Radiation Safety Failures
- Cities Representing Over 200 Million Americans Say No to FCC’s Plan to Fast-Track Cell Towers
- Opposition Mounts Against FCC Cell Tower Fast-Track Proposal (25-276)
- Letter to Senate Calling For FCC Transparency and Accountability on Cell Tower and Wireless Radiation Risk
- Environmental Health Sciences Urges Senate to Demand Transparency and Accountability from FCC on Cell Tower, Cell Phone and Wireless Radiation Risk
- H.R. 2289 – A Congressional Bill That Strips Local Power by Removing Environmental and Historic Review and Greenlighting Massive Cell Tower Expansion
- FCC Publishes Cell Tower Fast Track Plan 25-276 in Federal Register, Triggering 30-Day Countdown on Major Cell Tower Deregulation
- Nationwide Petition Challenges FCC Proposal to Fast Track Cell Tower Deployment and Strip Local Control Over Cell Tower Siting
