5G | Full Measure

Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson

20 May 202409:53

Summary

TLDRThe transcript from 'Full Measure' discusses the concerns surrounding 5G technology and its potential health impacts. It highlights the abrupt halt of a major government study on wireless radiation's effects, which had already shown evidence of cancerous heart tumors in male rats and DNA damage in animals. Critics argue that the industry has been more effective than tobacco in influencing public opinion. The debate continues as the wireless industry maintains that no definitive proof of adverse effects exists, pointing to government agencies like the FDA and FCC. Meanwhile, experts suggest simple measures to reduce exposure, such as making devices sleep when not in use.

Takeaways

📱 The 5G technology, the fifth generation of wireless cellular technology, was deployed without a pause for health impact studies despite global calls for caution.
🛑 A significant government study on the potential dangers of wireless radiation was abruptly halted midstream, raising questions about transparency and motives.
🤔 There are concerns about the health risks of cell phones emitting radiofrequency microwave radiation, with ongoing debates about the safety of this technology.
🔍 Deborah Davis, a professor of medicine, has been warning about cell phone health risks for 16 years and advised against carrying phones close to the body.
🚫 The halted government research was supposed to investigate the impacts of cell phone microwave radiation on behavior, stress, and DNA damage.
🐀 Research findings indicated clear evidence that high levels of cell phone radiation caused male rats to develop cancerous heart tumors and increased DNA damage.
🏛️ Government advisors recommended continuing the research due to worrisome results, but it was stopped for reasons that remain unclear.
🌐 The National Institutes of Health declined to answer questions about the halted research, citing technical challenges and resource intensity.
📡 Some experts, like Professor Martin Paul, believe that EMF impacts on our bodies can cause a range of health issues, including neurological and reproductive problems.
🚫 The wireless industry maintains that there is no definitive proof of adverse health effects from RF energy emitted by wireless phones, citing FDA and FCC agreements.
🛡️ Simple measures could be taken to reduce exposure to wireless radiation, such as making devices go to sleep when not in use, indicating that solutions are within reach.

Q & A

What is 5G technology?
-5G is the fifth generation of wireless cellular technology designed to improve the speed and functionality of smartphones and other devices.
Why were there global calls for a pause on 5G deployment before it was deployed around 2019?
-There were concerns about potential health impacts, and governments, activists, and scientists called for a pause to allow for studies to be conducted on these health impacts.
What is EMF and why is it a concern?
-EMF stands for Electric and Magnetic Fields, which are invisible areas of radiation produced by electrical appliances, computer screens, and cell phone technology. Concerns arise due to potential health risks as technology advances.
What was the National Institutes of Health (NIH) study that was abruptly halted?
-The halted NIH study was investigating the effects of cell phone microwave radiation on behavior, stress, and DNA damage.
Who is Deborah Davis and what is her stance on cell phone health risks?
-Deborah Davis is a professor of medicine who has been warning about the health risks of cell phones for 16 years. She believes that the industry has been effective in downplaying these risks and that microwave radiation should be kept out of our homes.
What were the findings of the halted government research on cell phone radiation?
-The research found clear evidence that high levels of cell phone radiation caused male rats to develop cancerous heart tumors and significant increases in DNA damage in the brains of male mice and rats, as well as blood cells of female mice.
Why did the National Institutes of Health decline to answer questions about the halted study?
-The National Institutes of Health did not provide specific reasons but issued a statement citing technical challenges and the study being more resource-intensive than expected.
What is Martin Paul's view on the impact of EMF on our health?
-Martin Paul, a preeminent scientist on the topic, believes that EMF impacts the cells of our bodies, causing neurological, neuropsychiatric, reproductive issues, and oxidative stress, which are linked to chronic diseases.
What concerns have been raised about the rollout of 5G and the COVID-19 pandemic?
-Some scientists have noted that the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in areas after the rollout of 5G, suggesting that wireless communication radiation might have been a toxic environmental factor contributing to various health issues.
What is the wireless industry's stance on the safety of RF energy from wireless phones?
-The wireless industry maintains that based on currently available data, it has not determined that RF energy from wireless phones causes risks, pointing to government agencies like the FDA and FCC that agree adverse effects have not been definitively proven.
What are some simple steps that could be taken to reduce exposure to cell phone radiation?
-Simple steps include using speakerphone, making phones and routers go to sleep when not in use, and programming devices to reduce radiation emission.

Outlines

00:00

📱 Health Concerns Surrounding 5G Technology

The script discusses the introduction of 5G, the fifth generation of wireless cellular technology, and the health concerns that arose before its deployment around 2019. There were global calls for a pause in 5G implementation to study potential health impacts, but these were largely ignored. A significant government study on the possible dangers of wireless radiation was abruptly halted in 2023. The script explores the debate from both sides, highlighting the invisible areas of radiation produced by electronic devices and the controversy surrounding cell phones emitting radiofrequency microwave radiation. It mentions a National Institute of Health program that was cut off, despite the fact that it had already found evidence of DNA damage and cancerous heart tumors in male rats due to high levels of cell phone radiation. The script also features an interview with Deborah Davis, a professor of medicine who has been warning about the health risks of cell phones for years, and her concerns about the influence of the industry on research and public health.

05:11

🌐 Electromagnetic Fields and Health Risks

This paragraph delves into the links between certain kinds of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and health risks, particularly cancer, with a focus on child leukemia. It mentions expert medical groups and a European scientific committee that have studied the effects of cell phones. The script also addresses the broader impacts of EMF exposure, such as depression, sleep issues, headaches, and anxiety. It discusses the controversial connection between the rollout of 5G and the COVID-19 pandemic, with a 2021 study suggesting that wireless communication radiation might have contributed to health complications related to the virus. The paragraph contrasts these concerns with the wireless industry's stance, which asserts that there is no definitive proof of adverse health effects from radiofrequency (RF) energy. It also includes perspectives from government agencies like the FDA and FCC, and an interview with Christopher Collins, a radiology professor at New York University, who has consulted for the wireless industry. Collins suggests that more careful studies are needed and offers practical advice for reducing exposure to cell phone radiation.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡5G

5G refers to the fifth generation of wireless cellular technology, which is designed to enhance the speed and performance of mobile networks. In the video's context, 5G is central to the discussion on the potential health impacts of new technology. The script mentions that there were global calls for a pause in its deployment around 2019 until health impacts could be studied, indicating concerns over its safety.

💡EMF (Electromagnetic Fields)

EMF stands for Electromagnetic Fields, which are invisible areas of radiation produced by various electrical items, including cell phone technology. The video discusses the safety questions surrounding EMFs, especially in relation to cell phones emitting radiofrequency microwave radiation. The script highlights the controversy and ongoing debate about the potential health risks associated with EMF exposure.

💡Radiofrequency Microwave Radiation

Radiofrequency Microwave Radiation is a type of non-ionizing electromagnetic wave emitted by devices like cell phones. The video script raises concerns about the health risks associated with this form of radiation, particularly in the context of cell phone usage and the new 5G technology. It is a key concept in the discussion about the halted government study and the potential effects on human health.

💡National Institute of Health (NIH)

The National Institute of Health (NIH) is a major United States medical research agency, often involved in conducting and supporting health-related research. In the video, the NIH is mentioned as having a significant role in the halted study on the effects of microwave radiation, which aimed to clarify mechanisms of how it affects cells.

💡Cancer

Cancer is a term used to describe a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. The video script discusses the connection between high levels of cell phone radiation and the development of cancerous heart tumors in male rats, as well as significant DNA damage in the brains of male mice and rats, and blood cells of female mice.

💡DNA Damage

DNA Damage refers to any change or alteration to the DNA sequence that can lead to mutations or other issues in cellular function. The script highlights research findings that show a significant increase in DNA damage in the brains of male mice and rats, and blood cells of female mice due to cell phone radiation, indicating a potential health risk.

💡Wireless Industry

The Wireless Industry encompasses companies and organizations involved in the development and provision of wireless communication services and technologies. The video script points out that the industry has been effective in influencing perceptions and policies regarding the safety of wireless technologies, comparing its influence to that of the tobacco industry.

💡FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

The FDA is a United States government agency responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the regulation and supervision of food safety, drugs, and medical devices. In the context of the video, the FDA is mentioned alongside the FCC as agencies that have not definitively proven adverse effects from RF energy from wireless phones.

💡FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

The FCC is an independent agency of the United States government that regulates interstate and international communications by wire and radio in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. The script mentions the FCC in relation to its stance on the safety of wireless technology, stating that it agrees with the FDA that adverse effects have not been definitively proven.

💡5G Rollout

The 5G Rollout refers to the process of implementing and expanding the 5G network infrastructure. The video script mentions the rollout of 5G in Wuhan, China, and New York City, suggesting a correlation between the introduction of 5G and the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, although this connection is disputed and considered a conspiracy theory by many.

💡Hyper Coagulation

Hyper Coagulation, also known as blood clotting, is a medical condition where the blood's ability to clot is increased, leading to a higher risk of clot formation. The video script cites a 2021 study that suggests wireless communication radiation might have contributed to hyper coagulation and other health issues, potentially worsening the effects of COVID-19.

Highlights

5G is the fifth generation of wireless cellular technology intended to improve speed and functionality.

In 2019, there were global calls for a pause on 5G deployment to study potential health impacts, which were ignored.

A major government study on the potential dangers of wireless radiation was abruptly halted midstream in early 2024.

EMFs, or electromagnetic fields, are invisible areas of radiation produced by various electrical devices and cell phone technology.

Deborah Davis, a professor of medicine, has been warning about the health risks of cell phones for 16 years.

Davis issued a memo advising against carrying phones close to the body due to potential health risks.

The halted government research was investigating the impact of cell phone microwave radiation on behavior, stress, and DNA damage.

The halted research had already produced worrisome results, including evidence of cancerous heart tumors in male rats due to high levels of cell phone radiation.

There were significant increases in DNA damage in the brains of male mice and rats, and blood cells of female mice due to cell phone radiation.

Government advisors recommended continuing the research due to clear evidence of cancer found in the study.

The National Institutes of Health declined to answer questions about why the research was terminated.

Martin Paul, a preeminent scientist on EMFs, expressed deep concern about the impact of EMFs on all cells of our bodies.

Paul believes that EMF exposures are already having major health effects and that 5G will be vastly worse.

Three expert medical groups have linked certain kinds of electromagnetic fields to cancer, particularly child leukemia.

A 2021 study suggested that wireless communication radiation might have contributed to worsened health effects during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The wireless industry maintains that RF energy from wireless phones does not cause risks, citing FDA and FCC agreements.

Christopher Collins, a professor of radiology and consultant to the wireless industry, suggests that studies showing adverse effects are not reproducible.

Collins recommends using speakerphone or other methods to reduce exposure if concerned about cell phone radiation.

Simple measures such as making phones and routers sleep when not in use could reduce exposure to EMFs.

The National Science Foundation announced a $25 million investment in tax measures related to wireless radiation research.