Is it possible to be allergic to your internet WiFi?

Is it possible to be allergic to your internet WiFi?

We all know how allergenic pollen and certain foods are, but no one really thinks of their Wi-Fi box as a culprit for allergic reactions. Statistics show that 98 percent of the American population is connected to high-speed Wi-Fi connections - that's a pretty big number. Wireless sensitivity has not yet reached the mainstream media, but definitely requires closer consideration by the public. As naturopathic doctors tell their patients, it's up to you to keep yourself and your families safe. No company will ensure this, especially the companies you trust.

What is Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity Syndrome (EHS)?

The condition associated with Wi-Fi side effects is called electromagnetic hypersensitivity syndrome, or EHS. This is when you show signs of high sensitivity around electromagnetic fields. Such areas include wireless hotspots. Some may experience pain or other types of symptoms such as headaches, itchy skin, burning skin, muscle pain, nausea and fatigue.

The medical community has not established this as a condition because symptoms are subjective to the person and may vary from person to person. This makes it difficult for experts to study the effects and causes. Some agree that this is a condition and others are not entirely convinced.

To date, over 30 studies have been conducted on exposure to Wi-Fi and its effects, if any. Tests were conducted using various electromagnetic fields, including telephone signals, radar dishes and Wi-Fi hotspots.

Health dangers from EMF

There is still a lot of skepticism about the idea that Wi-Fi signals cause harm to the body, be it small or large. There is a huge divide in both the scientific and medical communities. Naturopathic GPs will more than likely advise you to err on the side of caution and rely on wired communication rather than wireless for this particular reason.

The above 30 studies were reviewed during a World Health Organization workshop in 2004. The workshop editors noted that some of the symptoms listed in the studies could stem from pre-existing psychiatric conditions, such as stress-related reactions that result from worrying about the health effects of EMFs, rather than the actual exposure itself. They also added that EHS is indeed a real and sometimes disabling problem for those affected by it.

Other parts of the world are taking action

If you research EMF and radiation emitted by cell towers, cell phones, routers, and other devices that emit these waves, you will learn more about the health hazards associated with them. This is the first time in history that we're being exposed to all this radiation on a large scale every day - being a science experiment doesn't sound like a good idea.

That's why countries like Sweden and Great Britain are doing something about it. In Sweden, they recognize this threat and are addressing it by distributing educational literature to people to raise awareness. Mast Action UK is also undertaking similar work in the UK, together with the Electromagnetic Radiation Alliance in Australia. Europe is so far the only place doing something about this immediate threat.

What you can do

If you're worried about the impact of Wi-Fi, you can resort to high-speed wired connections over Ethernet. You can also turn off your cell phones at night when they are not in use. If you absolutely need WiFi, you should disconnect your routers and modems from the network at night or when not in use.

If you are concerned about allergies in your family, you can consult a naturopathic doctor. In a naturopathic center you can have an allergy test and natural allergy treatment.