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Overpowered: The Dangers of Electromagnetic Radiation (EMF) and What You Can Do About It Hardcover – 31 Dec. 2016

by Martin Blank (Author)
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Keys, wallet, cell phone . . . ready to go! Cell phones have become ubiquitous fixtures of twenty-first-century life—suctioned to our ears and stuck in our pockets. Yet, we’ve all heard whispers that these essential little devices give you brain cancer. Many of us are left wondering, as Maureen Dowd recently asked in the New York Times, “Are cells the new cigarettes?” 

Overpowered brings readers, in accessible and fascinating prose, through the science, indicating biological effects resulting from low, non-thermal levels of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation (levels considered safe by regulatory agencies), coming not only from cell phones, but many other devices we use in our homes and offices every day.

Dr. Blank arms us with the information we need to lobby government and industry to keep ourselves and our families safe. 
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    274 pages
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    English
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    Seven Stories Press,U.S.
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    31 Dec. 2016
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    14.53 x 2.01 x 21.74 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    1609805097
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    978-1609805098
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DR. MARTIN BLANK is an expert on the health-related effects of electromagnetic fields and has been studying the subject for more than thirty years. He earned his first PhD from Columbia University in physical chemistry and his second from the University of Cambridge in colloid science. From 1968 to 2011, he taught as an associate professor at Columbia University, where he now acts as a special lecturer. Dr. Blank has served as an invited expert regarding EMF safety for Canadian Parliament, for the House Committee on Natural Resources and Energy (HNRE) in Vermont, and for Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Seven Stories Press,U.S. (31 Dec. 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 274 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1609805097
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1609805098
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.53 x 2.01 x 21.74 cm
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E. Dalhuijsen
5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening, technically satisfying, and pleasantly readable.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 April 2017
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A very readable and understandable, and still technically comprehensive and scientifically precise description of the state of the science on EMF. As a physicist, somewhat electro-sensitive, with a close friend who is hypersensitive, it really helped to understand the issues, risks, uncertainties and propaganda. It also confirmated my feeling that the publicity is under a similar financial-interest-cloud as climate change (which I'm heavily involved in), yet Martin Blank's descriptions are wholly technically balanced and restrained- an ability which I deeply admire. Overall this is probably the best technical and non-technical compilation I have read about any technical matter, for decades.
> Even if you have merely a passing interest in EMF, this will not only satisfy your curiosity but grip you.
> If you already have a real interest, no better place to start than here.
> Even if you think you know it all already (as my hyper-sensitive friend said), once you start reading your understanding will deepen, broaden and you'll also be able to better reduce the risk and exposure.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A serious must-read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 March 2018
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Well-referenced, solid, independent science - understandable, well-written and above all essential reading for anyone who cares about the future of human race, and indeed all wildlife too.
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Gabsie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great starting point for further reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 November 2014
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Very interesting read. Written by someone at the centre of scientific research on the biological effects of radiowaves and EMF in general. Eloquently picks apart telecom industry funded research and shines a light on the 1000s of research papers that warn of myriad biological effects from very low exposure.
Great starting point for further reading.
What is happening is not good, particularly WiFi in school classrooms.
Check out which countries have banned it already.

Enjoy.

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Shaye
5.0 out of 5 stars ... the dangers of EMF recently and this is the best by far
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 September 2016
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I've read a few books on the dangers of EMF recently and this is the best by far. Well researched, up-to-date and very well written.
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5.0 out of 5 stars good content of useful information
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 April 2018
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This book is worth reading, good content of useful information.
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tiffin
5.0 out of 5 stars All parents concerned with safety of their young children should read this book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 June 2015
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This book has been a long time coming. Finally someone who lays out the peer-reviewed science for the general public to make sense of. The book gradually brings light to various aspects of the issues associated with the potential dangers of wireless technology in a clear and simple way. There's no sensationalism; just the facts. Martin Blank doesn't make bold claims but leads the reader to a place where they can make informed decisions about how to use modern technology in a responsible and safe way.

The evidence all points to being more cautious with our use of mobile wireless technology. Especially for children.

All parents of young children should read this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Food for thought
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 November 2016
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Well worth the read some of the technical details heavy going but worth persuing to give a fuller understanding.
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electronicafan
5.0 out of 5 stars If you don't believe ignorance is bliss, this is for you
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 December 2015
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Fantastical written summary on how health concerns around EMF are ignored or confused in society. A must read for pretty much all of society if you are to really know the facts, other sources of information pale in comparison on the quality and level of research presented here.
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Liz M
5.0 out of 5 stars Great overview, clear, easy to understand
Reviewed in the United States on 22 September 2024
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While I know many people are concerned over the fossil fuels, I’ve been suspecting that a transition to electric cars & solar panels could also bring on unintended consequences.

This book was written before the scale of the electrification we see today and I can only imagine what health effects we are experiencing now as a result of it.

I am curious if Samuel has been performing tests since the 2019 rollout of 5G and the increase in electric vehicles and solar panels. I can only imagine how much worse the impact is. We are definitely seeing a lot of hair loss lately which can be related to radiation, but I would love to see experiments/ research on the present day.

Going to buy this for some friends who have concerned over recent health issues. This book was so thorough. It addressed everything I was hoping to learn!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great overview, clear, easy to understand
Reviewed in the United States on 22 September 2024
While I know many people are concerned over the fossil fuels, I’ve been suspecting that a transition to electric cars & solar panels could also bring on unintended consequences.

This book was written before the scale of the electrification we see today and I can only imagine what health effects we are experiencing now as a result of it.

I am curious if Samuel has been performing tests since the 2019 rollout of 5G and the increase in electric vehicles and solar panels. I can only imagine how much worse the impact is. We are definitely seeing a lot of hair loss lately which can be related to radiation, but I would love to see experiments/ research on the present day.

Going to buy this for some friends who have concerned over recent health issues. This book was so thorough. It addressed everything I was hoping to learn!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Missing Book in my EMF Science Library
Reviewed in Canada on 31 August 2024
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I regret not buying this book when it released! It is so comprehensive and enlightening and is now a valuable resource as a Quantum Nutritionist that tests homes for non-native EMFs. So many Aha's from reading all the research studies portrayed in this book. I studied it to get ready to interview the co-author R Blank on our Quantum Healthy podcast and we referred to it often throughout the interview. If you are still skeptical about non-ionizing radiation negative health effects, you really need to read this outstanding book by esteemed EMF scientist Martin Blank and his son.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lettura illuminante ed ormai, purtroppo, obbligatoria
Reviewed in Italy on 13 December 2019
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Martin Blank (doppio dottorato: uno in chimica fisica, Columbia University; l'altro in scienza dei colloidi, University of Cambridge; ricercatore presso la Columbia University) è uno dei pilastri della scienza sui campi elettromagnetici nel mondo.
Insieme alla Dr.ssa Reba Goodman (Columbia Univ.) ha portato avanti una lunga e documentatissima ricerca sugli effetti avversi dei CEM e sui loro meccanismi biologici.
È stato fra gli esperti internazionali a sviluppare il Bioinitiative Report (cfr. www.bioinitiative.org), che costituisce uno degli strumenti principali per la comprensione dei CEM e dei danni che provocano alla salute degli esseri viventi.

In questo volume, con una chiarezza disarmante - tipica della migliore saggistica anglofona - conduce il lettore attraverso il mondo complesso e tecnicamente irto dei CEM: potenza, intensità, frequenza, unità di misura... E poi molecole, atomi, mitocondri, DNA... E ancora la storia della nostra conoscenza sull'argomento, e le principali pubblicazioni disponibili in data odierna.

Si tratta di un vero e proprio manuale, preciso nei riferimenti, illuminante nei contenuti e piacevole alla lettura. Ci fa capire che il nostro DNA, a causa della sua configurazione geometrica e fisica, si comporta come una vera e propria antenna, e di conseguenza capta tutti i segnali ambientali. Il risultato sono frammentazioni del DNA e mutamenti genetici, i cui effetti col tempo si cronicizzano ed evolvono in malattia. Le statistiche mostrano che l'incidenza del morbo di Alzheimer, dell'autismo, della sindrome da deficit di attenzione e iperattività (ADHD), del glioma (tumore al cervello), dell'infertilità, delle allergie, dei problemi digestivi, della resistenza dei microrganismi agli antibiotici (e la lista è molto più lunga di così) procedono parallelamente allo sviluppo ed alla diffusione delle fonti di campo elettromagnetico nelle nostre vite e nel nostro ambiente naturale.
In Italia siamo ancora molto indietro dal punto di vista della consapevolezza che il pubblico ha di questo problema.

La conoscenza degli effetti avversi dei campi elettromagnetici è disponibile da più di mezzo secolo, ma le autorità non ci avvertono, né lo fanno (per ovvi interessi economici) le industrie dei cellulari, dei forni a microonde, delle radio, delle apparecchiature elettriche. Le linee guida emesse dalle autorità che dovrebbero vegliare sulla nostra salute non ci tutelano (cfr. i limiti di esposizione attuali, cfr. il SAR, cfr. la legislazione in materia di poteri dei Comuni sull'installazione di nuove antenne di telefonia, cfr. l'infame Legge Gasparri... ecc.). Per tali motivi, questa lettura è oggi assolutamente imprescindibile per informarsi e muovere i passi essenziali a proteggere la propria salute e quella delle persone care.

Consiglio, ove possibile, la versione originale inglese, poiché la traduzione italiana è spesso approssimativa.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone living in today's modern world
Reviewed in the United States on 1 August 2016
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This is a must read for anyone living in today's modern world. Electromagnetic Fields or EMFs are the smoking of today's age. In fact they are much worse than smoking because you can't see or smell them though a percentage of the population does have electromagnetic sensitivities and literally can feel them. EMFs come from technology and technology is cool and makes our lives easier. Smoking is disgusting to most of us so it's not a big leap to believe it's harmful. There are now more cell phones in the US than people and most people have tablets, laptops, and other devices that run on wireless networks and this massive increase in EMFs is driving much of modern day disease. The wireless industry is employing the same strategy used by big tobacco in denying EMFs are harmful. We know beyond a doubt that these EMFs are harmful, not just to human life, but all life on our planet.

The problem is most of us are exposed to these fields 24/7 and with the roll out of 4G to 5G there will be even stronger EMFs to contend with. There is a lot of misleading research by the wireless industry. The US government does not fund research and it's hard for independent researchers to get the funding they need however the evidence has been in since the 1950s and exposure has become exponentially worse since then. Occasional exposure is not an issue for most of us. It's the chronic exposure that causes disease so these studies need to be done over a period of several years to really be effective.

Dr. Martin Blank has been studying the effects of EMFs for 30+ years. His book is well written, easy to read, and is backed up by lots of published research. Do yourself a favor and read this book and then decide if EMFs and radio frequencies (RF) in particular are harmful to your health. And please be aware...they are much worse for babies and children.

There are some practical things that you can do to reduce your risk such as turning off your wifi at night, putting your cell phone in airplane mode when not in use, and avoid fluorescent lights to name a few. Whether you realize it or not you're part of a huge experiment. Humans have never been exposed to these levels of EMFs before. Don't wait for your friends or family to drop dead from cancer or a brain tumor before taking action.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I'd recommend this book to anyone who sees cellphones as cigarettes ...
Reviewed in Canada on 19 October 2015
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I'd recommend this book to anyone who sees cellphones as cigarettes 2.0. Martin doesn't make rash assumptions, he backs up his findings and provides enough evidence. Of course long term evidence does not exist yet, however, he presents facts and cases that go ignored by many. I found this book thought provoking and ended up sharing a few passages to my colleagues and friends.
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