Can Use Of Airpods Cause Brain Cancer? Doctors Explain

Airpods can be a great buddy and support system when you’re all alone. Every now and then, you’ll get warnings on social media or from concerned family members about the dangers of the electromagnetic radiation they emit, which can even cause cancer or have harmful effects on cognition. There is no conclusive evidence that using these wireless headphones can cause brain tumours or cancer. Concerns have also been raised that these devices may have more negative effects on children than adults. Cancer, neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, and memory problems are just some of the potential harms feared associated with electromagnetic fields.

Is there any evidence that airpods increase the risk of cancer? Regardless, scientists have not found any concrete evidence of this effect. While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have labelled electromagnetic fields, including those emitted by cell phones and wireless devices, as “possibly carcinogenic,” there is no proven direct link to cancer.

“Although some concerns have been raised, there is currently no scientific evidence linking airpods to brain tumours. Users can continue to use their airpods with minimal risk, but it is important to follow general guidelines for safe use of wireless devices, such as keeping them at an appropriate distance from the body and avoiding prolonged exposure,” says Dr Gaurav Medikeri, Program Director – Skull Base Surgery, HCG Cancer Centre, KR Road, Bengaluru.

Studies have shown that the radiation emitted by airpods is relatively low and does not exceed the safety guidelines set by regulatory bodies such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP).

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), bluetooth headphones emit radio frequency waves that are significantly lower than those emitted by cell phones.

A systematic review by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Telecommunications, University of La Sapienza in Rome, Italy, conducted to find out whether mobile phone use is associated with an increased risk of brain tumours or other head tumours, has found no causal link between mobile phone use and head cancer in adults and says there is insufficient data to conclude any harmful effects of long-term use.