WHO Review Finds No Link between Mobile Phones and Brain Cancer

In September 2024, a comprehensive review by the World Health Organization (WHO) found no conclusive evidence linking mobile phone use to an increased risk of brain or head cancers, such as glioma and salivary gland tumors.

Key Points

Review of Over 5,000 Studies: The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) led the review, examining more than 5,000 studies on the subject.
Stable Tumor Rates despite Usage Increase: Lead author noted that brain tumor rates have remained stable even as mobile phone usage has surged.
Potential Effects of RF Waves: While no link to cancer was found, RF radiation might still have subtle effects on the human body.
Need for Continued Research: Despite reassuring findings on cancer risks, further research is needed to fully understand other potential impacts of RF radiation.