Do AirPods cause brain cancer? Here’s what the science actually says

Thekabarnews.com—Bluetooth technology sends out non-ionizing radiofrequency (RF) radiation via wireless earphones, like Apple AirPods. This is the same type of radiation that smartphones send out. 

The World Health Organization (WHO) puts radiofrequency electromagnetic waves in Group 2B, or “potentially carcinogenic.” This group also includes things that people do every day, such as eating pickled vegetables and working with wood.

People have been worried about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) for a long time. More than 250 scientists signed a petition in 2015 asking for stronger rules on exposure to wireless radiation. 

Groups that support the environment, such as the Environmental Health Trust, have pointed to peer-reviewed research that shows low amounts of the substance could have biological impacts. For example, studies point to oxidative stress and DNA damage.

But more general scientific findings give us essential background information. Extensive human investigations have not confirmed a direct association between wireless device usage and brain cancer. 

A big Danish study with 420,095 mobile phone users found that there was no higher risk of cancer. Similarly, a 2021 study looked at 14 nations and 899 kids with brain tumors. It found no link between using a wireless phone and getting brain tumors.

It is important to note that Bluetooth earphones give off a lot less radiation than smartphones. In fact, the difference ranges from 10 to 400 times less. Apple says that its products work at levels that are “more than two times below applicable limitations.” 

The WHO has also said that there is no solid proof that low-level electromagnetic emissions from products like AirPods cause cancer.

Experts say long-term evidence on Bluetooth earphones for people is limited. This is because the technology is still young. The radiation, on the other hand, is non-ionizing and far weaker than the radiation from cell phones.

People who are concerned can protect their ears by occasionally using wired headphones. Moreover, people can observe the 60/60 rule (listen at 60 percent volume for no more than 60 minutes at a time). They can also take breaks for their ears.

There is still discussion over this; however, current evidence does not show that Bluetooth earbuds directly cause cancer.