Entrepreneurial Tightrope Aug 6, 2008
Dr. Donaldson went on to say that there are those who continue to deny the harmful effects of what's technically called electromagnetic field radiation (EMF), just as cigarette manufacturers denied the harmful effects of tobacco, while the literature is rich with research showing the contrary ... She said that the Delta Shield was developed in Germany and research shows that it reduces the harmful effects of EMF waves by 93 ... Donaldson, who is listed on Delta Shield's website as endorser of... (USA Today -- Money)
The Dangers of Electromagnetic Radi... Jul 3, 2008
EMF: Electromagnetic Fields. ELF: Extremely Low Frequency. (Suite101.com)
What's on your Peachtree iPod? Jun 26, 2008
EMF - You re Unbelievable. Beatles - When I m 64 (great stride beat). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
How your gadgets harm you Jun 21, 2008
With 250 million mobile phone subscribers currently in India, and many more using other appliances like television, computer, vacuum cleaner, microwave etc, the fear is that these essentials of life may actually be posing a big health risk because of their electromagnetic fields (EMFs). As such, research has not yet established anything definite about the impact of EMFs on the human body ... Almost all electronic equipments have EMFs and we are constantly bombarded by the radiation from... (India Times, India)
Is Town Hall haunted? Mass Paranormal not ready to say May 16, 2008
While Moore and lead investigator Julie Ventosi were upstairs in meeting room 2B (near the Board of Health office), they attempted to communicate with a spirit using an K2 electromagnetic field (EMF) detector. When the K2 meter is on, an investigator can question the spirits, asking them to respond with a flash once for no, twice for yes, Ventosi explained. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
No clear cause of cancer in govt office May 12, 2008
"The testing showed the EMF (electromagnetic field measurements) readings were around two microtesla, but I stress this result is preliminary and will be verified in the coming days," Mr Schwarten said. The interim national guidelines established by the National Health and Medical Research Council are 100 microtesla, he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Incubators seen to change babies' heartbeats May 2, 2008
To check that it was the electromagnetic frequency rather than the noise or vibration of the motor to blame, Bellieni did separate experiments with 16 of these newborns in which he replicated the noise and vibrations without the EMF-producing electric motor ... The World Health Organization notes that EMFs of higher than 1 gauss can stimulate nerves and muscles, as well as changes in the central nervous system ... But the reason for this is unknown, and it might not have anything to do with EMF.... (Nature News Service)
Mobiles: a greater Mar 31, 2008
The warming of your skin is in no way related to the (potentially harmful) EMF coming from the phone's antenna. It's just plain old heat. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
ITC, citizens work on power line route Mar 19, 2008
Public opposition to the project was registered at the outset, primarily due to concerns for property values and health issues with the electro-magnetic fields (EMF) associated with such lines, bringing ITC to halt the solicitation of property rights-of-way for the lines and call for the citizen s committee to work with them in determining how to go about getting the line from Mendon to the substation. For more of this story please. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Terry Pratchett: The Alzheimer's warrior Mar 15, 2008
In part, "The evidence for a relationship between EMF exposure and neuro-degenerative diseases is sufficiently strong at present to merit preventive actions to reduce exposures. ELF can increase amyloid beta in the brain, (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Motor Neurone disease). Alzheimer's is a disease of the nervous system. There is strong evidence that long-term exposure to ELF is a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease." Terry, could this help you and many others. My best wishes. (Times Online)
Panic in the beehive Feb 13, 2008
Bees depend on magnetic and emf to communicate and fly and they would get confused due to the microwaves that we all use to communicate. If the bees decline then we should be afraid - very afraid. (BBC News -- UK)
School letter irks Orange officials Elected officials cry foul over attempt to halt plans for new middle school in Orange Feb 1, 2008
The letter, signed by Winoka Nicklow and Jill Harrison, claims that the 165-acre site is dangerous because it is traversed by high-voltage power lines that "give off high levels of EMF, the name for the emissions put out by these powerful electric lines and the adjacent substation." ... A copy of the EMF report prepared by Moseley Architects for Orange County can be found at jimhopkins. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Cornwall Forum Topic: Wireless World Fears Jan 18, 2008
org, which was developed by an international group of scientists, researchers and public health policy professionals, that documents serious scientific concerns about current regulatory limits for how much EMF is allowable from power lines, cell phones and many other sources of exposure in daily life. The report concludes that existing standards for public safety are inadequate. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
THE END USER: The End User: Measuring your energy efficiency Dec 20, 2007
These EMF detectors, which are not generally made for household use but can be had for about 200, could be useful if you're worried about the health effects of radiation emitted by electrical appliances. . (International Herald Tribune)
Short GSM mobile phone exposure does not alter human auditory brainstem response Nov 13, 2007
ABR data were collected before, and immediately after a 10 minute exposure to 900 MHz pulsed electromagnetic field (EMF) emitted by a commercial Nokia 6310 mobile phone. Fifteen subjects were exposed to genuine EMF and fifteen to sham EMF in a double blind and counterbalanced order ... Possible effects of irradiation was analyzed by comparing the latency of ABR waves I, III and V before and after genuine/sham EMF exposure. (BioMed Central)
Ghost Hunting Preliminaries Oct 31, 2007
Modern ghost hunters have a choice of EMF detectors, infrared thermal scanners, night vision equipment, air ion counters and head set communicators. A new use for a wind chime, referred to as ghost catcher, is detecting slight air disturbances. (Suite101.com)
Contrasting rational belief with the paranormal Oct 30, 2007
The team checks the electro magnetic field (EMF) and look for areas when such fields should not be present. A thermal detector tells the team members when a temperature change occurs, after which they would try to determine what could have set it off. (Boone Today, IA)
Water mystery in village Oct 14, 2007
Electromagnetic frequency radiation produced at low levels would meet all FCC standards, he said, explaining that household refrigerators actually produce more EMF radiation than their towers do. There will be no guide wires to pose a danger to birds. (Pawling News Chronicle, NY)
Exposure to the invisible cloud of energy called electrosmog is rising Sep 24, 2007
If you are an urban knowledge worker, keen to take advantage of the conveniences of information technology, your exposure to the invisible cloud of energy called the electromagnetic field - EMF, or electrosmog - may be considerably higher than that of your low-tech, old-media peers ... Power lines, electric generators and motors, electric appliances, electronic devices and wireless communication systems all generate electric and magnetic fields, which together constitute EMF - fields of energy... (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Cell Tower Roulette Sep 21, 2007
Although Koenigsberg said the research on EMF might be considered "equivocal" he maintained that the potential risk from EMF exposure would raise concerns among residents and would deter future buyers. Koenigsberg said that local sentiments were strongly against putting the cell tower on the Arnold property. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
Research underlines powerline cancer risk Aug 22, 2007
"The evidence of detrimental long-term health effects is far from conclusive and international guidelines for limiting exposure to EMF are based on possible short-term effects rather than longer-term disease risks such as cancer," Professor Lowenthal said. People who lived near powerlines tended to be from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, although the study had attempted to control for this and the occupational risk of cancer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
UW wins award for foreign investment returns Jun 10, 2007
Last year, according to the Morgan Stanley Capital Index (MSCI) for developed equities (EAFE) and emerging equities (EMF), benchmarked returns were 27. 1 percent and 35. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Radiation Fears Drive Sales Of Protection Gear May 24, 2007
" Indeed, to judge by the thousands of posts to the at Yahoo Health, there's a veritable electronic plague underway. "Throughout the world, with the proliferation of cell phones and their towers and other devices emitting electromagnetic radiation, we are seeing dramatic increases in a number of illnesses (chronic fatigue syndrome, autism, ADD, mental illnesses, suicides, bizarre crimes, cancers, brain tumors, leukemias - not to mention electrosensitivity)," said Yahoo Groups member Paul Doyon... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
REMC Will Back New Electrician Licensing Bill May 11, 2007
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Experts clash on powerline safety Apr 29, 2007
Some scientists have suggested that other illnesses, including brain tumours and motor neurone disease could also be linked to EMF exposure. But others say powerlines pose no health threat. (BBC News -- Science)
Health Fears Over Wireless Internet in Schools Apr 26, 2007
Philip Parkin, head of the British Professional Association of Teachers (PAT), voiced concern about the possible damage electro-magnetic field (EMF) radiation associated with wireless Internet may cause to developing young minds ... A scattering of studies around the world have looked into related EMF-reliant technology such as mobile phones, but research into the possible dangers of Wi-Fi has been scant ... Critics of the new technology warn that exposing people to prolonged exposure to EMF may... (CNSnews.com)
VELCO must bury power line in Charlotte Mar 30, 2007
The board ordered EMF shielding for the underground lines as well. Aside from proximity to the school, the board cited the scenic nature of the area, the fact that preserved land is nearby and the fact that travelers frequently use Ferry Road to get to the Lake Champlain ferry between Charlotte and Essex, N.Y.. (WCAX.com, VT)
The woman who is allergic to microwaves and cellphones... Mar 22, 2007
The 39-year-old is so sensitive to the electromagnetic field (emf) or 'smog' created by computers, mobile phones, microwave ovens and even some cars, that she develops a painful skin rash and her eyelids swell to three times their size if she goes near them. As a consequence, Mrs Bird, a health spa manager, has transformed her home into an EMF-free zone to try and stay healthy ... My day-to-day life has been seriously affected by EMF.. (The Drudge Report)
Comment: When science and unproven fears collide Feb 17, 2007
The apparent choice is between exposure to the so far unproven harmful effects of electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation or not ... Nonetheless, there are continuing suspicions about the harmful effects of EMF at low levels of numerical significance, but without clear causes for harm ... Exradia claims in its press materials that this work showed that the effects could be induced in biological systems by exposure to weak, extremely low EMF.. (EETimes)
Is EMF radiation the cigarette of the 21st century? Feb 14, 2007
com - Is EMF radiation the cigarette of the 21st century ... Is EMF radiation the cigarette of the 21st century ... BARCELONA, Spain In arguing for widespread adoption of its new My Wi-Guard technology to protect mobile phone users from the dangers of electro-magnetic field (EMF) radiation, James Lawler, CEO of EMX Corp. and told the 3GSM World Congress that 40 percent of consumers believe this form of radiation might compromise their health. (EETimes)
System's waves stoke concerns Jan 4, 2007
Citing a need for more research, the World Health Organization is continuing its International EMF Project, which aims to assess all scientific evidence and clarify any possible health effects of electromagnetic fields, whatever the source. . (Newsday -- Health)
The Skinny: More U.S. Troops To Iraq? Dec 14, 2006
"What isn't yet agreed upon is whether or not it is attributable to the electrical devices being accused of being the problem, or whether it is psychological," said Graham Philips of an organization that "seeks to highlight the alleged dangers of EMF.". MMVI, CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News)
Public hearing on Thursday for proposed power line route Dec 13, 2006
They chatter, but I am not as concerned about that as I am about the EMF it puts off, said Keiser. Nobody has been able to prove (the health effects) one way or another. (Charles City Press, IO)
Wi-Fi as a Health Hazard Dec 13, 2006
To sufferers of EMF sensitivity, however, such academic battles are exasperating ... Skeptics, however, suspect that blaming EMF sensitivity for their ills amounts to an easy answer to almost any medical problem ... "There is no known mechanism by which EMF from any source -- power lines, cell phones or Wi-Fi networks -- can cause health problems of any kind," said Michael Shermer, publisher of. (Wired News)
Read an extract Oct 14, 2006
In June 1923, thinking about relativity again, he wrote in his notebook, "Relativity. That things and events always were, are, and will be (eg EMF etc are living still in the past)." In 1924 he publicly attacked the Dean of Westminster for refusing to allow a memorial to Byron in Poets' Corner. "Whatever Byron's bad qualities he was a poet, and a hater of cant.". (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Ultrasone offers $1,500 headphones Oct 6, 2006
What s more, Ultrasone s headphones reduce electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation by up to 98 percent some studies have linked long-term EMF radiation exposure to potential mental and physical health problems. The closed-back headphones feature a frequency range from 8Hz to 35kHz, with 30 ohm impedance and sound-pressure level of 96dB. The headphones come on a 3-meter cable end in a 1/4-inch gold-plated plug (a 3. (MacCentral)
District won't pay to move power line away from school Sep 28, 2006
"Our kids," he added, "are constantly exposed to EMFs," suggesting that it would be difficult to pinpoint why a child was stricken with cancer or other diseases ... Candee had presented information from the World Health Organization and other health groups that cited cases of childhood leukemia from EMF exposure ... But those reports were countered by studies from federal agencies and experts who contend that common household appliances like dryers and blenders emit more EMFs than power lines. (AZCentral -- News)
Inconclusive evidence suggests practical avoidance: Canadian Cancer Society statement to Environmental Assessment Office on Tsawwassen power line project Sep 12, 2006
VANCOUVER, Sept. 12 /CNW/ - The Canadian Cancer Society, B.C. and Yukon Division, has submitted a letter to the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) and the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC) to clarify its position on electric and magnetic fields (EMF) and its possible link to cancer ... In July, the BCUC approved a plan to install overhead power lines along a right-of-way through central Tsawwassen despite concerns raised by residents over health and safety risks to children, posed by the power... (Canada Newswire)
Cell Phone Emissions Excite The Brain Cortex Jun 27, 2006
More than 500 million people in the world use cell phones which emit electromagnetic fields (EMFs). Though many studies have looked at the effects of EMFs on the body, few have focused on their effects on the brain ... Their study reports the effects of EMF exposure on brain physiology for the first time. (Science Daily)
Leukaemia risk: 80% afraid of living near power lines Jun 21, 2006
The study, presented yesterday to a cross-party group of MSPs, found 81% were concerned about possible links between childhood leukaemia and exposure to electric and magnetic fields (EMF) caused by high-voltage power lines. Around 67% said they would like planning controls introduced to stop homes being built near power lines, while 37% were in favour of burying existing power lines to reduce the fields emitted. (The Herald)
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A resident along 195th Street said his house would likely sit in the shadow of one of the proposed power poles, and worried the effect the electromagnetic field (EMF) it generates would have on his wife s pacemaker. To respond to that, Albertson called on Meghan Wagner, an epidemiologist and consultant to the Exponent Health Group, who he said specializes in EMF studies. (Charles City Press, IO)
Factors that risk being left out of the equation May 13, 2006
" And yet, in the very same report from which it is quoting, the WHO makes it clear that there is no scientific evidence to link the symptoms to electrical fields. It says this: "EHS [electromagnetic hypersensitivity syndrome] has no clear diagnostic criteria and there is no scientific basis to link EHS symptoms to EMF exposure. Whatever its cause, EHS can be a disabling problem for the affected individual. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Where's the risk? -- Scores of studies fail to show link between electromagnetic fields and cancer May 9, 2006
Earlier this year, the California Public Utilities Commission affirmed a long list of previous reports in concluding: "At this time, we are unable to determine whether there is a significant scientifically verifiable relationship between EMF (electromagnetic field) exposure and negative health consequences." ... But, Donovan said, "The world now has more information about EMFs than about any chemical that has been introduced, and yet there has been no consensus in the scientific community about... (North County Times)
Could certain frequencies of electromagnetic waves or radiation interfere with brain function? Apr 24, 2006
Extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields (EMF) surround home appliances as well as high-voltage electrical transmission lines and transformers. Evidence of health effects from EMF, including their influence on the brain, is inconclusive, and the probability that EMF exposure is a genuine health hazard is currently small. (Scientific American)
University takes pass on wireless Internet Feb 25, 2006
school until hes certain no health risk exists from electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) ... " Previous debate over EMFs has encompassed everything from microwave ovens to cellphones. Lawrence Surtees, the director of telecom and Internet research for Toronto-based, technology consultancy firm IDC Canada and a former medical journalist, said no definitive study exists to prove or disprove that a correlation exists between low radiation levels from EMF sources and illness. "Trying to correlate... (Ottawa Citizen)
WiFi Connections Banned in A Canadian University Feb 25, 2006
Ottawa Citizen quotes Lawrence Surtees, director of telecom and Internet research for Toronto-based, technology consultancy firm IDC Canada and a former medical journalist, as saying that no definitive study exists to prove or disprove that a correlation exists between low radiation levels from EMF sources and illness. "Trying to correlate a link between exposure of something in the real world to increased incidences of cancer is fraught with all sorts of epidemiological perils, which is why... (Softpedia)
