Reach out to me via email if you have any specific questions. In a 2015 study, researchers examined the sperm motility of more than 1,000 men. done that. I am hopeful that we will eventually get this quite right. Because fiber transmits signals via light instead of current, its immune to electromagnetic interference and ultimately thats a very good thing. Thanks for writing/asking. Fiber may be the only venue in the future, but Ill definitely be waiting until that point to consent to the technology if counteractive technology is available at that time to eliminate any EMF/EMI. Devices like the Sine Tamer wont necessarily help with this issue. =====, I have a few questions: There can be a significant problem with the high-speed fiber optic converters out at the street (or in the home with some newer fiber systems) that create these electrical data signals. If fiber optics comes to your neighborhood, will you be able to notice a difference in the readings on either of the 2 DE meters or would you need an oscilloscope to pick it up? Thanks for your comment. Can you comment on the science behind that or direct me to a website? How did those brick phones work without cell towers? It will take some awareness and good local laws to get there, but I think that is what we will eventually have. Not to confuse with wireless which is thousands of uW/m2. Thanks for your question. + all phones are on a copper line only, all zero AC. The only time I recommend that is for a wired baby monitor option. Thanks in advance. I dont think so, but it would be nice to have your opinion on this. Other experts think fiber's effect on something called " insulin sensitivity" Some will be enclosed in a metal sheath or have a metal backbone. Indeed, Ill be sending out an article about these 4G DAS small cells in San Francisco next month. As award-winning science journalist Blake Levitt points out in this article, fiber optic systems can be used as a Trojan horse for 5G installations in our communities. (Dining in restaurants is pretty much history for us). I also feel weak and sick and cannot sleep properly because of it. This comment also explains why staying with cable (co-axial) internet is often your best option. This is so helpful- thank you! EMI, EMFs, RFIs, VHFs My solution? I am just not totally sure how to interpret what Im hearing. What more can we technically do given that we want to keep the addiction? I would think the older landlines should (not) be a problem. (2018). + Internet by fiber optic or nothing, because we are eight terrestrial miles from the villages center and we harbour polygon-destroying and film-loving teenagers. Keep your phone at distance when not in use. Do you or do you have technicians that can go to homes and do all of the things you recommend? In short, I would hold off on the fiber connection based on both of your sensitivities. Great questions. In not giving consent for the installation, this has given me more time to explore the subject without the pressure of a time-crunch decision. So, I would be wary of what they are offering. Installed F.lux set at 2 400 K. for more current meter recommendations than in Karls 2012 book. Stopping glasses from fogging is about preventing air from escaping from the top of your mask. Oxidative stress is known to contribute to the development of cancer. I use a landline and ethernet cable. (2020). In 1996, WHO established the International EMF Project. For example, I tried to copy and paste your fiber optics blog into a Word document so I could read it offline, but it came out to 73 pages since I wanted the comments too. Also wonderful that you are sharing this information with your community. When your WiFi router transmits data, it emits EMFs that the + the electrical wires are AC 90/BX and are laid according to a minimalist plan. Perhaps it follows the principle of fighting fire with fire? Is it usually on the outside or just everywhere? Researchers determined that men who used wireless internet had reduced sperm motility, compared with men who used wired internet. Very grateful for this piece of information. Billions of Bluetooth devices are in use today. Consider filtering the EMI before it comes into your home. Is there a single, hand-held device made that can measure all of this harmful radiation, Wifi & VHFs (30-300 MHz) included? More research is needed to determine if radiation from Wi-Fi can lead to cancer. Also, your mom likely has a flicker sensitivity. It radiates at 10% of the power of a typical router when in use. We avoid using tertiary references. The next day woke up with a rash all over. Would really appreciate your advice. The technique exploited the variations in optical diffusion properties of the https://www.academyofemc.com/emc-standards. You will only know once you have the system installed and see how you feel with it. Despite low-frequency EMFs being classified as possibly carcinogenic, researchers have not observed a direct connection between these devices and cancer. Due to the high volume of comments we receive, we are usually unable to respond to each person individually. EMI on all bands of AM Radio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb4CLQRcw7s Have any idea if there is such a filter available? Thalamocortical alpha frequency oscillations have been noted in the human occipital-parietal cortex. This answers the 5-month issue I have had with electrical sensitivity. By putting a fiber system between your computer and the modem, there is a barrier of light (your fiber cable) that wont let that EMI pass through. Sometimes the fiber lines are above ground, up on the poles. For the time your questions/situation requires for an adequate response, we would need to set up a consulting call. This will tell you if there is something with the fiber optic system that doesnt work for you. I would also like that document very much please! Last medically reviewed on June 22, 2021. Also, when you say disconnect existing cable and telephone, I am uncertain what that means. Yes, it is possible to use a linear power supply with these units but it would make them unbelievably big and heavy, which is the reason they dont do it. Jeromy, can you please give me some advice? (2018). Its definitely EMI, yet THEY say that optic fibre cant produce such, which is a pack of lies. Just interesting in how you would answer that. I presume this would (at least in part) be a result of EMI. (2020). According to the FDA, which relies on epidemiologic studies, public health surveillance data and supportive laboratory studies on cell phone radiation, theres no consistent or credible evidence of health problems caused by exposure to radiofrequency energy emitted by cell phones.. Going back to the coax cable from another provider, its shielded it turns out. WiFi uses radio waves to provide network connectivity. Read this: https://www.emfanalysis.com/headsets/. In effect they are all just light and glass from the ISP to the customer. If the fiber system in your neighborhood becomes a problem for you (which it sounds like it wont), then there are plenty of things you can do after the fact. Im overwhelmed and can not figure out what to do. WebOptical fiber glass is just silica glass. I have an iPhone 12 max pro and My hands go numb after only holding the phone five or 10 minutes. The amount of radiation absorbed from a wireless router is minor compared to the EMFs transmitted from taking a call on a cellphone. However, they are all plastic (EMF transparent). (2018). But that is a good start. The ONT (fiber modem) is usually provided by the company. The two pronged adapter cant be earthed, as we use three-pronged 240V AC. hooked up only to my computer and nothing elseand would this reduce/eliminate EMFs and EMIs? Do you think this is a problem? Additionally, most studies that have examined the link between Wi-Fi and cancer involve animals. Not very tech savvy unfortunately. A spectrum analyzer would, along with an older AM radio, which can pick up wide spectrum common mode EMI from about 500 KHz to 2 MHz. Consider that the high-speed fiber optic networks being installed in our communities will be used as the backbone for 5G wireless installations. Routers and electronic devices, such as cellphones, Now they are threatening to cut off my landline service. It provides faster mobile communication by producing higher electromagnetic frequencies. While microwave radiation from wireless technology and magnetic & electric fields from electrical wiring are critically important, EMI is equally problematic for human biology. Electromagnetic waves are forms of radiationthat come in two main forms: ionizing and non-ionizing. It makes my hands burn. Thanks for your info and wish I had read it before we put in that thing! (2015). This is likely a situation that many of us will face in the coming years. Wi-Fi is an important threat to human health. The main reason I want a smart phone is because I like to listen to podcasts and YT videos. This will greatly increase the RF in your neighborhood. (also EMF how to check for problems and helps). Please read the first couple paragraphs here to see my thoughts on this approach: Also watch my talk at the EMF Conference last fall where I mention this: https://www.emfanalysis.com/emf-conference/. I am using an external keyboard and an old-school mouse and I only use the computer when its running on batteries plus I do not use a modem (the computer is directly plug to the LAN), yet I still feel the buzz and if I do this a long time, I get a headache. Thank you and God bless you! This is all getting so complicated and it seems the options are limited. Get our weekly newsletter that'll tell you exactly what you need to know in the cancer world. Did use am AM radio and seems to be noisy there (both phone and cable). As for Green Bank, we also ran into ground current problems. To go from hypothesis to reality as to the existence of fields in living space is simple: measure the fields with a meter tuned to the frequency you are concerned about. I apologize for being so long-winded and all my questions, but Im at the mercy of time, lack of knowledge & adequate understanding. AT&T wont allow people who purchase a home to maintain the previous owners landline. Cancer, structural and functional changes to the reproductive system, neurological disorders, and learning and memory deficits are among the potential harms associated with electromagnetic fields, the scientists wrote. My Mother is insanely affected by things like LED lightingif she sits under an LED light for just 10 minutes she turns from feeling great to literally deathly ill and downright green. Obajuluwa AO, et al. World Health Organization, radiofrequency radiation and health a hard nut to crack (Review). Fibre broadband is in my area and Im encouraged to use it right now I use copper through the phone line . Specifically, fiber can help: Control your blood sugar. Because it will be very expensive to get hooked up after they leave our neighborhood, Im inclined to go forward. Wi-fi allows devices to connect to the internet. The other telephone line is copper only, so that it works when electricity is gone, sometimes 12 hours in winter by 0 F. Then there is no harm at all. That was my gut reaction from the get-go, although I could not base my instinct on any cold, hard facts, being virtually ignorant of the technology. There is likely quite an electric field and/or EMI coming to your computer. Adults:877-442-3324 Pediatric:888-733-4662. Thanks for your comment. Check our solutions! I have so many within .5 miles of our home. The more I can learn the more changes and preventative measures I can put in place to make our little world as safe and healthy as possible. The real danger is when fibers are stripped, trimmed, and cut. The other place where the AM radio was extremely noisy (buzzed loudly) was when I held it up to the shielded ethernet cable (Cat 7) where it inserts into the laptop ethernet port. https://www.emfanalysis.com/fiber-optics-increasing-electrical-sensitivity/. In some instances, the signals are simply slowed down and degraded, but in others, the signals arent able to pass through the fiber optic cables at all. Thank you for the article. Thanks for your comment Dave. For most ES people, sticking with older technology as long as possible is the best option for now. Microwaves and infrared radiation are considered non-ionizing. He graduated in 2005 from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with an MD and a PhD in Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, which he obtained studying under Nobel Laureate Dr. Peter Agre. Then it will be to the presses. Cant remember exactly when those first cell phones came out but Im pretty sure these networks of cell towers didnt exist then. Insects and birds are dying and my dog is sick. Will you be writing a follow-up article that discusses the effects of fiber optic cable in connection with cell towers and small cells? This is likely what you are reacting to. If that doesnt work, then my next article about putting a home fiber optic system between your computer and the modem should do the trick (#7 above). Learn More, Stay Connected lightening) that can reduce speed of transmission. You would simply do this between your Comcast modem and computer: This allows me to do even 1 or 1.5 hour calls without too many symptoms. After 35+ years of attempting to wake people up to the biologically destructive properties of electromagnetic induction, I have given up any hope for humanity. 3) It would seem that the system/technology my town is installing is that which Mark Williams talked about in his comment. My goal is to give you practical and effective EMF solutions that actually work. Both the power company and phone company have equipment that is very old and full of problems. (2015). I can send you his very technical explanation if you email me. You do want to check the fiber optic cable coming into your home for EMI. Is there a way to locate where the fiber runs? You would only know by measuring properly. I come from the medical and electrical / electronic industry. Is it a buzz or a zapping feeling in your body? Although the paper says there is no radiation in the area because of the observatory, the fact is that the observatory is old, outdated and seldom used other than for training purposes. This can help with the EMI coming to your computer. Im located about 2 hours north of Detroit in Southern Ontario, Canada. Choose a package at or below 100 Mbps and stay away from 1 or 10 Gbps packages, which will likely add more EMI to your home. These myths are just that myths. How do I find out where the underground cables are? Weve also gathered answers to some of the more frequent questions below: -For more information on a particular type of cancer or the latest updates we have available, please visit our website (https://www.dana-farber.org/) or search our blog by clicking the magnifying glass at the top of our homepage: https://blog.dana-farber.org/insight/ -For information on whether you would be eligible for a certain treatment, please visit our website for more information on how to make an appointment or get an online second opinion: https://www.dana-farber.org/appointments-and-second-opinions/ -For information on clinical trials available at Dana-Farber and elsewhere, please visit the Dana-Farber database: https://www.dana-farber.org/research/clinical-trials/find-a-clinical-trial/. It wouldnt be that hard to do in the case of EMI emissions. I appreciate anything you can tell me and help me with these concerns. Studies involving EMFs and cancer are conflicting. Both are a part of a healthy diet that can help lower your cancer risk. Besides availability, fiber internet has a few other potential issues in addition to its many positive attributes. Hi, we have just had fiber optic broadband fitted to all telephone poles in street. Now do I know, I am an EE so I do know a little bit about this stuff. In fact, the American Cancer Society (ACS) says Bluetooth earpieces send out radiofrequency waves at significantly lower levels than even cell phones. Those electrical signals, which carry our internet data, are not inherently problematic because they are in a very narrow frequency range and dont typically radiate from the cable or phone lines. Is there a map somewhere? See the videos I have of this in the comments above. But theres no solid evidence that Wi-Fi causes health risks in humans. I am just preparing to go to NBN optic fibre, as I have no choice. why oh why does this site move so rapidly from one non disaster to another perfectly safe product to blame for early death, cancer, the end of the My Acoustimeter RF AM-10 shows red lights in my house in the airnot near electrical outlets. This process of installing cables and When will you have a paper version of the book? You can do the same thing for your cable modem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw1Tqu_R_sI, I use a Cornet ED88Tplus and listen for any sounds on it, even if ever so faint, I use studio headphones. Thats because theres no solid evidence suggesting that Wi-Fi, or EMFs in general, directly causes cancer. Ive been concerned about 5G and had no idea they use the fiber optic system! Wear disposable aprons to minimize fiber particles on your clothing. But if I get even half a microwatt of HF and some crackling or pulse or repeated signals then there is likely something on the line. The router can then connect to dozens of devices if you want (all wired hopefully). Thanks for writing. It is the only EMF resource on the internet by an electrically sensitive engineer that has over a decade of experience working directly with thousands of individuals and families. Any tips on how to ground the in house converter to help with this, or opinions on how it might effect my home and the metal/wood within it would be very appreciated. Excerpted from: Recurrent thalamo-cortical resonance Wikipedia, Gamma-range oscillations are not the only rhythms associated with conscious thought and activity. Im often kicked out with my current DSL line which is affecting my business. I can send some solutions your way with that as well. I am going to find out exactly what they are going to install and will get back to you. Thats because theres no solid evidence suggesting that Wi-Fi, or EMFs in general, directly causes cancer. We once vacationed in a place where the phone was cable-based and the box with battery backup was located in my Mothers bedroom. But the mechanisms are unclear, and more human studies are needed. We just found out that they are putting in two cell towers that will be less than a mile from our home and it has me very concerned. These can typically be found on Ebay or elsewhere online for $20-$30. When/if you update the electronic version with any essential info, will you let buyers know? He said AT&T doesnt have records and wants to put in fiber on towns main road. For a good primer on the 4 types of EMFs, read my book. What model of modem should I look for to connect with iiNet ? to create fiber optic technologies which support accessibility needs for electrosensitive people around the world? Its unknown if Wi-Fi poses other health risks. Ive completely cleaned up our home because Im a registered nurse with friends who are very sensitive. Most electrically sensitive people do worse with high data / high bandwidth applications such as HD Netflix, Amazon or streaming YT on your laptop. I have sent you an email with some specific ideas. If I were to get just one meter, I would get the Safe and Sound Pro II. Send me a message for more information on EMI filtering options. Indeed, wonderful to meet you in person as well! It would be so great to see videos of how you deal with EMFs at home, travel, etc. One more question I want to switch from an iPhone 7 to a low emf phone. This inadvertent EMI then piggybacks on the copper cable and phone lines into our homes where it can radiate from every copper wire. Heh, heh Like every other bird, insect, plant, and living creature, I was born electromagnetically sensitive. The mechanisms behind these effects are unclear. If I cant reduce this EMI, I will not be able to use a phone. What part of the country do you live? (I get my internet access through Comcast and use a wired connection with my own non-wifi router. Start with this article and begin to run wire most things in your home: https://www.emfanalysis.com/how-to-install-wired-internet-in-your-home/. I am absolutely not opposed to thatyou should not have to offer all your knowledge and time without proper imbursement. If its true, then getting my computer professionally shielded might make fibre bearable. He believes that it will interfere with the members ability to create a critical scientific assessment. Ahh.. another informative blog that I have read today. Hi Jeromy, I am writing from the UK. Their petition noted that children may be more susceptible to the negative effects of electromagnetic fields than adults. Thanks Jeromy. This is especially the case if the fiber isnt also being used for 5G small cell antennas out at the street. But my current concern is should it be installed at all?? This should really help with any computer sensitivity. More research is necessary to determine if Wi-Fi and cancer are directly linked. I have the lowest bandwith and find it to be adequate for my needs. Most of the available research involves animals. I have also found another device that is causing EMI in our homes is the power line communications (PLC) adaptors used to replace the ethernet cables in the home. It was great to hear what you had to say at EMFC this year! We employ a strict editorial process to ensure that what you read is factually correct. I recently had fiber optic internet installed. And gonna pull out the cables from the house too & disconnect from that thing. Wonderful that you have connected the dots! Smoking may affect sperm motility. Another option I thought would be put faraday enclosure on the ONT, ground the ONT and cable to the ground rod right there, and then use shielded cable at least to the router. With the co-axial cables in your home, I might just disconnect the ones you are not using if you suspect that you have this EMI issue. Isnt wired fiber optic internet, which uses light to transmit large amounts of data at incredibly high speeds, supposed to be safer and healthier for everyone? It will give you a paper book for now to get you going. Let me know how it goes with the NBN fiber connection. I think that we will eventually have a society where the biological impacts of EMF exposures are considered when equipment is designed. The have kept their phone line DSL or cable internet connections until they know more about the new system. I have to keep checking it because they randomly turn it back on. Ill show how I also do this with a fiber connection in my next article (to be published soon). But a 2018 study states that theres no clear association between EMFs and brain tumors. The scientists pointed to data showing electromagnetic fields generated by cell phones, wi-fi and baby monitors may impact human health. Is there a way to get pdf /printable versions of your blog entries like the one above as well as the Comments section with your incredibly helpful responses to the comments? Or should I move to a completely new complex As soon as possible? I will outline how you can do this in an upcoming article. Indeed, shouldnt be a big issue.. Faulty connection to the patch panel. Signal loss due to a bad connector. Im not planning on changing this.). I cut the cord a few years ago (and substituted WiFi for everything from computers to TVs) and now I think were seeing the health effects. I typically recommend this high speed eco-router that can have the WiFi completely disabled (but has the option to have it on at certain points as needed). Since its release, thereve been rumors about 5G and its health risks. You seem to have a better understanding of this than me. I typically just run long Ethernet or fiber cables in my home. [3] It has been shown that alpha rhythms seem to be related to the focus of ones attention: external focus on visual tasks diminish alpha activity while internal focus as in heavy working memory tasks show an increase in alpha magnitudes. However, AT&T is using powered outdoor ONTs on the exterior home wall and running ethernet from there instead of going all the way to an indoor modem / router combo such as the Calix Gigacenter that I had mentioned previously. The power adaptor of modem measures 700-800V/m 380mG at the power connection and all power points in my home measure 700-800V/m, including the Ethernet cable to laptop and all phones connected to VOIP.