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Do Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Cause Cancer?


Mon 02 Sep 2024 | 08:16 PM
Pasant Elzaitony

The question of the responsibility of Bluetooth wireless headphones in relation to brain cancer has garnered significant attention. Numerous allegations have been made against mobile headphones, particularly contemporary models, prompting an inquiry into their safety.

What are the established safety standards for mobile headphones? Is there a link between their use and cancer? Do Bluetooth headphones emit higher levels of radiation compared to their wired counterparts? Recently, social media has been rife with concerns and inquiries, yet it is scientific research that ultimately validates or refutes these claims, providing us with essential insights.

A notable study conducted in Denmark, which involved nearly half a million individuals across various age groups, concluded that these devices do not contribute to cancer development. However, it did identify potential adverse effects, including depression, feelings of social isolation, diminished concentration, and an increase in road accidents.

This leads us to examine further research. A comprehensive scientific investigation, involving experts from 14 different countries, focused on individuals aged 10 to 24 who had been diagnosed with brain cancer. The findings indicated no correlation between the use of headphones, whether wired or Bluetooth, and the onset of the disease. Are headphones truly without fault?

Additionally, another study revealed that the radiation emitted by headphones is lower than that produced by mobile phones, and the temperature of headphones is also less than that of mobile phones, which can heat up and be in close proximity to a significant portion of the brain.

In light of these findings, safety precautions are warranted. The global revenue from Bluetooth headphone sales is estimated to be around $18 billion, indicating a thriving market with increasing demand, necessitating awareness of the safety guidelines for using mobile headphones in all their variations.

Here are below some scientific recommendations to follow:

- Use headphones only when necessary.

- Wired headphones are preferable as they produce less vibration compared to Bluetooth models.

- When in a private setting or while driving, consider using the speakerphone for conversations and listening.

- Avoid exposure to loud music.