Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Smartphone Myths Debunked: Health Risks and Brain Tumors
Some people worry that using smartphones might cause brain tumors.
Experts say smartphones use a type of radiation that is considered safe, like the kind used by cordless home phones.
The World Health Organization says that this kind of radiation, called radiofrequency, might possibly be linked to a slightly increased risk of a certain type of brain cancer called glioma.
However, other scientists haven't found this connection.
5G uses similar radiation that is not strong enough to damage DNA.
To be safe, you can use a hands-free kit or limit how long you talk on the phone.
Experts say smartphone radio signals operate at safe levels and do not cause cancer.
The IARC classified radiofrequency EMF as possibly carcinogenic to humans.
Some studies show a potential link between RF radiation and glioma risk.
Other research finds no clear association between RF exposure and brain tumors.
5G technology uses non-ionizing radiation, which is not strong enough to cause DNA damage.
- Who
- Experts and researchers address concerns about smartphones and brain tumors.
- What
- An examination of the potential link between smartphone use, 5G technology, and brain tumors.
- When
- The article was published on June 08, 2025.
- Where
- The article does not specify a location.
- Why
- To debunk myths and provide clarity on the health implications of smartphone use.
Cancer Risk
Differing Research Findings
Cancer Risk
Cancer Risk
Some studies, like Carlberg and Hardell (2017), suggest RF radiation is a human carcinogen.
Differing Research Findings
Other studies, such as Vila et al. (2018), found no clear link between RF EMF exposure and glioma or meningioma.
- Source
- News18.com
- Last Updated
- June 08, 2025
- IARC Classification
- Possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B)
- Radiation Type of Concern
- Radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF)
- Focus of Concerns
- Glioma and acoustic schwannoma