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5G technologies and health

Impact: Health impacts

Description of impact

As part of its remit to advice the UK Government on the public health aspects of
exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs), the EMF Dosimetry group conducted an
extensive programme of research to assess exposures from 5G masts as the
technology is rolled out in the UK. This study provided quantitative evidence-based
research which underpins UKHSA’s remit to provide public health advice on
exposures to EMFs.
Impact date25 Jul 2025
Category of impactHealth impacts