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Radio waves and health
Mobile communications would not be possible without radio waves.
Some people are concerned that radio waves (electromagnetic fields also known as EMF) from mobile phones and base stations may cause health problems. The overwhelming weight of scientific evidence, however, shows no association. Even so, we take people’s concerns seriously. Ericsson employs rigid product testing and installation procedures to ensure that radio wave exposure levels from our products and network solutions are below established safety limits. We also support independent research to further knowledge about radio waves and health.
Base stations & networks
Base station antennas are installed in such a way that radio-wave exposure in public areas is well below the established safety limits.
Phones & devices
Mobile phones and devices use radio waves at the lowest power level needed to reach the network. The phones are tested for compliance with recommended safety limits expressed as SAR levels. Below the SAR limit, a lower SAR does not mean the phone is safer.
Research on radio waves and health
Extensive research has been made into the possible health effects of radio waves. Overall, the vast majority of studies show no association between radio waves used for mobile communications and health problems. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends more research, and Ericsson is currently co-sponsoring a large study.
