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With 5G already being implemented in some test markets, and smart meters <br /> being forced on more and more homeowners, there has never been a better <br /> time to gain a complete understanding of exactly what smart meters are, what <br /> kind of radiation they emit, how much, and how we can protect ourselves. <br /> First of all, RF radiation is a type of non-ionizing radiation, meaning it does not <br /> have enough energy to remove charged particles. <br /> However, this does not mean it is not harmful. More and more studies are showing <br /> that just because non-ionizing radiation has no thermal effect or ionizing effect, does <br /> not mean it doesn't cause long-term health effects. <br /> In fact, the World Health Organization has specifically listed non-ionizing radiation <br /> from things like cell-phones, WiFi routers, and smart meters as "possible <br /> carcinogens," meaning they could increase cancer risks. <br /> Even the American Cancer Society, who like many health institutes shy's away <br /> from saying much about the harms of EMF radiation, said this in their article <br /> about smart meters: <br /> "RF radiation is classified by the International Agency for <br /> Research on Cancer (IARC), as "possibly carcinogenic to <br /> humans." This is based on the finding of a possible link in at least <br /> one study between cell phone use and a specific type of brain <br /> tumor. Because RF radiation is a possible carcinogen, and smart <br /> meters give off RF radiation, it is possible that smart meters could <br /> increase cancer risk." <br /> https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/radiation-exposure/smart-meters.html,. <br /> Concerns have been raised about the safety of smart meters, mainly because they <br /> give off the same kinds of radiofrequency (RF) waves as cell phones and Wi-Fi <br /> devices. <br /> Please Vote Unfavorable for Smart Grids and Broadband. <br /> Thank you, <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Rebecca Melendez <br />