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: Received: 29 January 2024 / Approved: 29 January 2024 / Online: 29 January 2024 (14:38:15 CET)
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Softa, V.; Christakis, C.; Kosma, F.; Tyrakis, C.; Theodorou, K.; Kappas, A.C. EMF Exposure in Public Places in Central Greece. Active versus Non Active Users 5G Exposure. Preprints2024, 2024012045. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.2045.v1
Softa, V.; Christakis, C.; Kosma, F.; Tyrakis, C.; Theodorou, K.; Kappas, A.C. EMF Exposure in Public Places in Central Greece. Active versus Non Active Users 5G Exposure. Preprints 2024, 2024012045. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.2045.v1
Softa, V.; Christakis, C.; Kosma, F.; Tyrakis, C.; Theodorou, K.; Kappas, A.C. EMF Exposure in Public Places in Central Greece. Active versus Non Active Users 5G Exposure. Preprints2024, 2024012045. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.2045.v1
APA Style
Softa, V., Christakis, C., Kosma, F., Tyrakis, C., Theodorou, K., & Kappas, A.C. (2024). EMF Exposure in Public Places in Central Greece. Active versus Non Active Users 5G Exposure. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.2045.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Softa, V., Kiki Theodorou and And Constantin Kappas. 2024 "EMF Exposure in Public Places in Central Greece. Active versus Non Active Users 5G Exposure" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.2045.v1
Abstract
(1) Background: The rapid expansion of 4G and 5G networks has raised public concerns about potential health risks associated with electromagnetic radiation. This study addresses these fears by investigating electromagnetic measurements in crowded squares, where human exposure is heightened. Despite rigorous scientific methodologies showing generally low levels of radiation from these technologies, public apprehension persists; (2) Methods: We conducted 496 measurements in Larissa's major squares, using a portable field strength analyzer and GIS mapping. Squares were categorized by traffic and population density; (3) Results: Low-traffic squares exhibited exposure ratios consistently below ICNIRP limits, with median values of 0.0012 and 0.00173 in non-active and active mobile phone cases, respectively. In high-traffic squares, the median exposure ratio was 0.00335 in non-active mobile phone cases, remaining below recommended limits; (4) Conclusions: These findings indicate no significant risk of electromagnetic radiation in crowded squares in Larissa, emphasizing the importance of factual communication and dispelling public misconceptions.
Public Health and Healthcare, Public, Environmental and Occupational Health
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