Concerns among Kazakh citizens about cell towers and electromagnetic fields prompted a special study by domestic experts. Researchers from several scientific and medical organizations in Kazakhstan reviewed hundreds of publications and reviews to test the validity of fears surrounding 4G and 5G technologies, reports infohub.kz.
According to the Committee for Sanitary and Epidemiological Control, experts examined over 250 scientific publications, including meta-analyses and systematic reviews.
Ultimately, the experts found no convincing evidence of negative health effects from 5G technologies, provided that international electromagnetic safety standards are met.
The Committee also noted that in Kazakhstan, electromagnetic field levels are regulated by sanitary and hygienic standards, which are set lower than occupational exposure limits and include a significant safety margin.
"When established requirements are met, the mere presence of cell towers and 4G/5G equipment is not a reason to consider them dangerous to public health," the Committee emphasized.
The Committee also recommended that citizens rely on scientific and official data rather than social media posts.
Earlier, Kursiv reported that over 2023-2025, more than 2,600 5G base stations were built in the country. As a result, the share of 5G devices exceeded 50%, and the new generation network already accounts for 30% of the country's total data traffic.
Recall that 5G is the fifth generation of mobile communications, replacing 4G. The new network offers high internet speeds of up to 1-2 Gbps and higher, as well as low signal latency.