History of Electromagnetic Radiation and Studies on Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs)
Emerging concerns over electromagnetic fields (EMF) have been prevalent since the late 1960s with the introduction of higher voltage electric power transmission lines. Although initial opposition was based on esthetics and property value considerations, health concerns gained traction after a 1979 study linked EMF exposure to childhood leukemia. Understanding the nature of EMF and its interactions with biological systems has become vital. Numerous agencies have sponsored research, with a myriad of conclusions, fueling the ongoing debate about EMF's potential health risks. The Genesis of EMF Concerns Starting from the late 1960s, discussions around the potential biological effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) began due to the introduction of new, higher voltage electric power transmission lines. Initially, the primary concerns were esthetic issues and property value reductions. However, health concerns were brought…