For almost three decades, the American public has been misled by dangerously inadequate radiofrequency (RF) safety guidelines. The recent study in Bioengineering exposes the profound flaws in FCC standards, revealing non-thermal biological effects at exposure levels up to 100,000 times lower than current limits. This is more than a failure; it’s a betrayal. We demand a full-scale investigation into how these guidelines were established and why the EPA was stripped of its authority.
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The Unmasking of a Regulatory Scandal
In 1996, the FCC took over RF safety regulation from the EPA, focusing solely on thermal effects despite overwhelming evidence of non-thermal impacts. This shift, coinciding with the Telecommunications Act and its notorious Section 704, effectively silenced local concerns about health risks. This wasn’t an accident; it was a calculated move to favor industry growth over public health.
The Overwhelming Evidence Ignored
The evidence for non-thermal effects is not new. Studies from Project Pandora in the 1970s, the 1984 Air Force study by Dr. Arthur Guy, and the $25 million Wireless Technology Research program all indicated significant risks. Despite this, the FCC guidelines disregarded these findings.
The Urgency of an Investigation
Given the magnitude of this deception, an investigation is imperative. We must uncover:
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Regulatory Capture: How did industry influence lead to the FCC taking over RF regulation?
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Defunding the EPA: Why was the EPA stripped of its authority, and who benefitted?
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Section 704: What was the motivation behind silencing local health concerns?
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Ignored Evidence: Why were non-thermal effects excluded from safety considerations?
Restoring Trust and Health in America
The time for action is now. We must demand a return of regulatory authority to the EPA—an agency equipped with medical expertise. Only then can we develop safety standards that genuinely protect public health. The FCC’s guidelines are not just outdated; they were fraudulent from the start. It’s time to hold those responsible accountable and ensure a safer, healthier future for all.
