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The commenter describes diagnosed EMR syndrome and exposure-management measures, proposes research on cumulative exposure and cellular mechanisms, and seeks wired options, smart-meter choice and protection for children.
- Electromagnetic sensitivity: “years ago, my environmental health physician diagnosed me with EMR syndrome. My exposures included extensive computer use in college, workin”
- Neurological symptoms & sleep: “toms I have experienced from RF/EMFs include tinnitus, headaches, burning throughout my body, facial burning after watching an iP”
- Wi-Fi & indoor exposure: “ensive computer use in college, working in a Wi-Fi-equipped building with computer labs and a Smartboard, making hundreds of photocop”
- Occupational exposure: “ included extensive computer use in college, working in a Wi-Fi-equipped building with computer labs and a Smartboard, making hundreds of photocop”
- Children & vulnerable groups: “(a), (f), and (g) Sensitive Populations I am particularly concerned about children. The Epoch Times article, How Screen Time Affects Different Orga”
- Smart meters: “nd smartphones. Consumers should retain the option of analog electric meters instead of RF transmitting smart meters. Landlines do not emit R”
- Li-Fi, fiber & alternatives: “ers instead of RF transmitting smart meters. Landlines do not emit RF and should remain available, with funding to maintain copper lin”
- Environmental effects: “mine possible links between RF/EMF exposure, mold, and mycotoxin illness. Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt’s research, referenced in the July 2014”
- Proposed biological mechanisms: “ses that electromagnetic fields may increase cell-membrane permeability, allowing calcium ions to leak into cells. Calcium regulates ner”
- Research & federal duties: “ffering from mold-related illness. Ques. 16 Federal Research Priorities I respectfully urge HHS to review Dr. Andrew Goldsworthy’s "The ”
- Exposure limits & oversight: “l Health Trust materials (see References). -Set school health standards for responsible technology use. -Expand public access to RF/EMF ”
ORIGINAL COMMENT · UNEDITED TEXT
I am responding as a patient, advocate, and concerned member of the public.
Ques.3(a)–(g) Personal Experience
Six years ago, my environmental health physician diagnosed me with EMR syndrome. My exposures included extensive computer use in college, working in a Wi-Fi-equipped building with computer labs and a Smartboard, making hundreds of photocopies daily, and living near a cell tower. Combined with mold exposure and stress, these factors coincided with years of debilitating illness.
Symptoms I have experienced from RF/EMFs include tinnitus, headaches, burning throughout my body, facial burning after watching an iPhone video, gum mucoceles/cysts after cell phone use, tingling teeth/jaw, hip pain while wearing a cordless FM-microphone battery pack, nausea after dental X-rays, and anxiety.
I manage symptoms with a low-RF/EMF lifestyle: silver-lined clothing, an RF-shielding canopy when living near a cell tower, an RF Safe cell phone QuantaCase, a BluShield plug-in device, and use corded technology when possible. An EMF building biologist assessed my home with meters and helped reduce exposure. I also take calcium, magnesium, and supplements intended to support glutathione production and replenish minerals.
Ques. 11(a), (f), and (g) Sensitive Populations
I am particularly concerned about children. The Epoch Times article, How Screen Time Affects Different Organs, by Arsh Sarao (11/1/25), reports that excessive screen time may reduce gray matter in brain areas involved in decision-making and emotional regulation. I have observed irritability, aggression, hyperactivity, and obstinance in children after screen use, and anger, agitation, and depression in adults following wireless exposure. I have noticed calmer behavior after consuming mineral water and calcium-rich foods. These observations deserve further investigation.
Ques. 13(f), (j), and (k) Cumulative Exposure
Research should assess cumulative close-to-body RF exposure from wireless earbuds, smartwatches, hearing aids, and health monitors, including devices tracking atrial fibrillation and diabetes; some communicate continuously via Bluetooth and smartphones.
Consumers should retain the option of analog electric meters instead of RF transmitting smart meters. Landlines do not emit RF and should remain available, with funding to maintain copper lines. Incandescent bulbs should remain an option, and electromagnetic interference from LED/fluorescent lighting should be studied.
Ques. 14 Environmental Effect
Research should examine possible links between RF/EMF exposure, mold, and mycotoxin illness. Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt’s research, referenced in the July 2014 Townsend Letter (attached; p. 10), reportedly states that molds exposed to high EMF levels release up to 600 times more mycotoxins and also proliferate faster. These effects could potentially exacerbate symptoms in individuals already suffering from mold-related illness.
Ques. 16 Federal Research Priorities
I respectfully urge HHS to review Dr. Andrew Goldsworthy’s "The Biological Effects of Weak Electromagnetic Fields" (attached). Goldsworthy proposes that electromagnetic fields may increase cell-membrane permeability, allowing calcium ions to leak into cells. Calcium regulates nerve signaling, muscle contraction, and inflammation; disrupted balance could affect multiple body systems and explain reported multisystem symptoms. Goldsworthy’s work deserves serious consideration and further study.
In addition, The EMF Medical Conference 2021 recordings (see References) provide valuable research and clinical observations from physicians and RF/EMF experts and should be reviewed.
Ques. 18 Recommendations
I recommend that HHS consider the following:
-Promote public service announcements and safer-technology education, especially for children, using Environmental Health Trust materials (see References).
-Set school health standards for responsible technology use.
-Expand public access to RF/EMF meters and detectors for purchase or rental.
-Add EMF building biology tracks to college/university environmental science programs.
-Encourage schools, workplaces, hospitals, and residential facilities to use qualified EMF building biologists for assessments and remediation.
-Recommend that municipalities employ EMF building biologists to assess cumulative emissions from smart meters, cell towers, and other RF infrastructure.
-Investigate exposure-reduction approaches discussed by Goldsworthy, including Balanced Signal Technology and resonance/scalar-frequency methods.
-Limit X-rays and other imaging to medical necessity and explore tracking patients’ cumulative imaging exposure.
Conclusion
I respectfully ask HHS to investigate these concerns with scientific rigor, consider affected individuals’ experiences, and develop practical measures to protect public health while allowing people to make informed choices about technology.
Thank you for the opportunity to share my experiences and views.
Discussion
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