Dr. Magda Havas, Professor Emerita of Environmental Toxicology at Trent University, is an internationally recognized expert on electromagnetic pollution and environmental health. Her career began studying acid rain before turning to the emerging issue of “electrosmog”—the mix of electromagnetic fields and radiofrequency radiation that now permeate modern life. In this interview, she explains the health implications of everyday exposures from Wi-Fi routers, cordless phones, baby monitors, smart meters, and cell towers, arguing that current regulations under Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 fail to address biological, non-thermal effects.

Dr. Havas discusses how scientific studies link long-term exposure to headaches, sleep disruption, cardiovascular irregularities, and increased cancer risk. She outlines practical steps to reduce exposure, such as wired connections, disabling Wi-Fi during sleep, and avoiding metal bed frames that amplify fields. Her message is clear: Canadians must demand evidence-based policy that protects vulnerable populations, especially children, from unchecked technological rollout. Drawing comparisons to asbestos and tobacco, she warns that ignoring electrosmog could become one of the great public health mistakes of our time.