Topic Electrosmog

Mobile networks are constantly growing in importance to society, and ever larger volumes of data are being exchanged wirelessly. The general public's exposure to electrosmog has been monitored on a national level since 2021. Research is being funded to help fill the knowledge gaps regarding the health impact. The federal government is addressing the issue of electrosmog by setting limit values based on the precautionary principle.

The assessment of health risks is based on a wide range of studies. These studies can be conducted on models (animals, cells, etc.), on humans (epidemiological studies) or on the basis of theoretical models. The effects can be analysed in both the short and long term and can occur at low or high exposure intensities. The reliability of scientific results depends on factors such as the quality of the studies, their number and the reproducibility of the results. Therefore, a distinction is made between different levels of evidence for the effects.