Harmful effects of 41 and 202 MHz radiations on some body parts and tissues.
Kumar V, Vats RP, Pathak PP. · 2008
View Original AbstractTV tower radiation at broadcast frequencies causes measurable tissue absorption, supporting recommendations for greater distances between transmission towers and populated areas.
Plain English Summary
Indian researchers studied how TV tower radiation at 41 and 202 MHz frequencies affects different human tissues including skin, muscle, bone, and fat. They calculated how electromagnetic waves penetrate the body and cause different amounts of energy absorption (called specific absorption rate or SAR) in different tissues. The study concluded that TV transmission towers should be located away from populated areas because their radiation can harm body tissues, and people should maintain safe distances from these towers.
Why This Matters
This research adds to the growing body of evidence showing that radiofrequency radiation affects human tissues differently based on their composition and the frequency of exposure. The frequencies studied (41 and 202 MHz) fall within the VHF television broadcast range, which means millions of people living near TV towers could be experiencing these exposures daily. What makes this study particularly relevant is its focus on calculating safe distances from transmission infrastructure. The reality is that many communities have TV towers, radio antennas, and cell towers located close to residential areas without adequate consideration of cumulative exposure effects. While the study doesn't provide specific exposure measurements or detailed biological effects, it reinforces the principle that distance matters when it comes to EMF exposure. The researchers' recommendation to keep transmission towers away from populated areas aligns with the precautionary approach advocated by many independent scientists who argue that current safety standards may not adequately protect public health.
Exposure Information
Specific exposure levels were not quantified in this study. The study examined exposure from: 41 and 202 MHz
Study Details
In this communication, effects of electromagnetic waves (EMW) of 41 and 202 MHz frequencies transmitted by the TV tower have been studied on skin, muscles, bone and fat of human.
Using international standards for safe exposure limits of specific absorption rate (SAR), we have fo...
Show BibTeX
@article{v_2008_harmful_effects_of_41_2320,
author = {Kumar V and Vats RP and Pathak PP.},
title = {Harmful effects of 41 and 202 MHz radiations on some body parts and tissues.},
year = {2008},
url = {https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18788478/},
}