Mobile Phone Use and Cancer: New Study Finds No Link
Latest Research
A recent study led by Australia’s nuclear and radiation safety agency, the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA), has found no link between mobile phone use and various types of cancer. The research, commissioned by the World Health Organisation (WHO), was published on Tuesday and assessed the association between radio wave exposure from mobile phones and various cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and cancers of the thyroid and oral cavity.
Second Review
This is the second WHO-commissioned systematic review undertaken by ARPANSA. The first review, published in September 2024, explored the association between mobile phone use and brain and other head cancers, and found no link.
Lead Author’s Comments
The lead author of both studies, Ken Karipidis, assistant director of Health Impact Assessment at ARPANSA, commented on the findings. "The researchers found no link between radio wave exposure and the various cancers, but the team cannot be as certain of the results compared to the review on brain cancers. This is because there is not as much evidence on the association between these cancers and exposure to radio waves from wireless technology."
Implications
Rohan Mate, an ARPANSA scientist who contributed to the study, added that the findings will "add to the body of knowledge to inform the public about wireless technology and cancer." The two systematic reviews will inform an updated assessment on the health effects from radio wave exposure currently being prepared by the WHO.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the latest research has found no link between mobile phone use and various types of cancer. While the study’s findings are reassuring, it is essential to continue monitoring the health effects of radio wave exposure to ensure the public’s safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the study?
A: The study aimed to assess the association between radio wave exposure from mobile phones and various cancers.
Q: What are the findings of the study?
A: The study found no link between radio wave exposure and various cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and cancers of the thyroid and oral cavity.
Q: What is the significance of this study?
A: The findings will inform the public about wireless technology and cancer, and will be used to update the World Health Organisation’s assessment on the health effects of radio wave exposure.
Q: What is the next step?
A: The World Health Organisation will use the findings to update its assessment on the health effects of radio wave exposure.