[ RadSafe ] Headline: "EMFs MAKING PEOPLE SICK"

[Richard L. Hess]

 From the Aurora/Newmarket Ontario Era-Banner

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'EMFs MAKING PEOPLE SICK'

Sep 17, 2005
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As the region searches for a way to meet energy needs for its 
burgeoning communities, one expert warns health risks must be a major 
consideration.

There are dangers with constant exposure to electromagnetic fields, 
which are linked to hydro transmission towers, Dr. Magda Havas, a 
professor at Peterborough's Trent University and an environmental 
toxicologist with a background in environmental pollutants, told 
Aurora council Tuesday.

"It is now being recognized around the world that exposure to EMFs is 
making people sick," Dr. Havas said.

A study showed more than 300,000 people in Sweden are affected by a 
condition known as electrosensitivity, a reaction to electrical 
energy caused by the exposure to high frequency electrical pollution, 
she said.

Symptoms include dizziness, irregular heartbeat and loss of memory.

"Every home has it and it can be measured," she added.

Diabetics and those fighting certain forms of cancer who also live 
close to powerlines are especially at risk, Dr. Havas said.

In this environment, diabetics could have difficulties regulating 
blood sugar levels. As well, EMFs could promote the growth of cancer 
cells in a person fighting leukemia.

"There is no proof that is conclusive because as long as there is one 
credible scientist to challenge it, there will be controversy," she said.

There has been little research or education done in Canada because 
the government won't fund it, according to Dr. Havas, who encourages 
residents to get informed while the municipality debates its options.

For more information, go to www.electricalpollution.com