In a recent development, an American environmental group has joined a St. James village in Barbados to oppose the installation of a new cell tower, citing health concerns.
Emmanuel Joseph reports for Barbados Today.
In short:
- The Environmental Health Trust, a U.S.-based nonprofit, is backing Olive Lodge residents in their legal fight against a cell tower erected by Digicel.
- Community members, led by Dr. Jennifer Obidah-Alleyne, are petitioning for the tower's removal, fearing health risks from radiation.
- Theodora Scarato, EHT's executive director, emphasizes the potential dangers of radiofrequency radiation, especially to children and those living close to cell towers.
Key quote:
"RF radiation is considered a new form of environmental pollution. Effects from RF documented in scientific research include increased cancer risk, cellular stress, headaches, sleep issues, genetic damage, changes to the reproductive system, memory deficits, and impacts to the nervous system."
— Theodora Scarato, Executive Director of Environmental Health Trust
Why this matters:
The potential health impacts of radiofrequency radiation represent an ongoing area of scientific investigation. EHN will continue to report on new research and highlight news about community concerns.
