Study Highlights Possible Immune Changes Linked to Cell Tower Radiation

A recent study published in the journal Electromagnetic Biology and Medicine reports that people living near cell towers and wireless base station antennas may experience higher exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation, potentially affecting immune-related blood markers.

The research found that individuals residing within 60 metres of a tower had significantly higher RF exposure compared to those living 300 metres away. Even at exposure levels nearly 100 times below federal safety limits, measurable differences were observed in certain white blood cells.

Higher exposure from nearby towers and prolonged mobile phone use was associated with notable changes in basophils, monocytes and lymphocytes. Nearly one-quarter of highly exposed residents and more than half of individuals using mobile phones four to six hours daily showed white blood cell counts above clinical reference levels.

Researchers also observed that increased RF exposure was linked to elevated monocyte levels, comparable to effects commonly associated with smoking.

The findings suggest a potential biological stress response and highlight concerns about long-term RF exposure from expanding mobile communication networks.

06-03-2026