FDA Removes Cellphone Safety Claims: What the Government's Sudden Shift on Wireless Radiation Means for You

For years, anyone who questioned whether the radiation from their phone, laptop, or WiFi router might be affecting their health was told the same thing:

"There's no proof."

"The science doesn't support it."

"You're being paranoid."

Then, quietly — without any announcement — the FDA deleted their webpages saying cellphones aren't dangerous.

And the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a brand new federal study on cellphone radiation and health.

This isn't a rumor. It's not speculation. It happened in January 2026, and major outlets including Reuters and The Wall Street Journal reported on it.

So what exactly changed? And what does it mean for you?

Let's break it down.

What the FDA Actually Removed

The FDA had previously stated on their website that "the weight of scientific evidence has not linked exposure to radio frequency energy from cellphone use with any health problems."

That page is now gone.

When you visit those URLs today, they redirect to a generic landing page about the FDA's regulatory role. The specific claims about cellphone safety have been scrubbed.

According to HHS spokesman Andrew Nixon, the agency "removed webpages with old conclusions about cellphone radiation while HHS undertakes a study on electromagnetic radiation and health research."

Read that again: old conclusions.

The government is now acknowledging that their previous position may have been incomplete — or worse, premature.

The New Federal Study on Wireless Radiation

The HHS isn't just removing old pages. They're actively investing in new research.

A $1.5 million study has been set aside in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health to examine the health effects of electromagnetic radiation — the kind emitted by your cellphone, laptop, WiFi router, Bluetooth devices, and 5G networks.

This study was directed by President Trump's MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) Commission as part of their broader health strategy.

The goal? To "identify gaps in knowledge, including on new technologies, to ensure safety and efficacy."

In other words: we've been surrounded by wireless radiation for decades, and the government is finally admitting they don't fully understand what it's doing to us.

22 States Have Already Restricted Cellphones in Schools

This isn't happening in a vacuum.

As of late 2025, 22 states have restricted cellphone use in schools — not just because of distraction, but because of growing concerns about the mental and physical health of children who are surrounded by wireless devices all day.

When governments start restricting something, it's usually because the evidence is mounting — even if the official position hasn't caught up yet.

What Scientists Have Been Warning About for Years

While the FDA was telling Americans not to worry, a vocal group of researchers has been raising alarms.

The World Health Organization classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2B) back in 2011. That's the same category as lead and DDT.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has funded studies showing DNA damage in cells exposed to cellphone radiation.

The CDC has stated that "more research is needed before we know if using cellphones causes health effects."

And independent researchers — including Dr. Joel Moskowitz at UC Berkeley — have been calling for stricter safety standards for over a decade.

The difference now? The government is finally listening.

What This Means for Your Health

Let's be honest: this news isn't going to change your life overnight.

You're still going to use your phone. You're still going to connect to WiFi. You're still going to work on your laptop.

But here's what we know:

Your body is electrical. Your brain, your heart, your nervous system — they all run on tiny electrical signals.

When you surround yourself with artificial electromagnetic fields from WiFi, Bluetooth, 5G, and cellular signals, your body responds.

Some people notice it more than others:

Brain fog and mental fatigue
Trouble sleeping, even when you're exhausted
Headaches that seem to come out of nowhere
That "wired but tired" feeling
Anxiety or feeling "on edge" for no reason

These aren't made-up symptoms. Thousands of people report them. And now the government is finally taking a closer look at why.

How to Reduce Your Exposure (Without Going Off the Grid)

You don't have to throw away your phone or move to a cabin in the woods.

But you can reduce the total radiation load hitting your body every day — especially in the places where it matters most.

Your head: Your brain is the most sensitive organ to electromagnetic interference. When you wear wireless earbuds, hold your phone to your ear, or sleep next to your charging phone, you're exposing your brain to constant radiation.

Your chest: Your heart, thyroid, and gut are all affected by laptop and phone radiation when you work with devices on or near your body.

Your reproductive organs: Studies have linked phone-in-pocket exposure to lower sperm counts and testosterone levels in men. Women who carry phones near their ovaries may face similar risks.

The solution isn't to avoid technology. It's to create a barrier between your body and your devices.

How HAVN Protects You

At HAVN, we make clothing and accessories that block up to 99% of WiFi, Bluetooth, and 5G radiation using real silver-woven fabric.

It works on the same principle as a Faraday cage — the technology used in hospitals, military installations, and government facilities to shield sensitive equipment from electromagnetic interference.

Except ours looks like normal clothing.

Our customers report:

Deeper, more restful sleep
Fewer headaches
Clearer thinking and less brain fog
Feeling calmer and less "on edge"
More energy throughout the day

We're not making medical claims. We're just giving your body a break from the constant bombardment of wireless radiation.

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The Bottom Line

The FDA removing their cellphone safety claims doesn't mean your phone is definitely dangerous.

But it does mean the conversation is changing.

The government is no longer willing to say "there's nothing to worry about."

And if you've been feeling like something was off — like your devices were affecting you in ways you couldn't explain — you're not crazy.

You were just ahead of the curve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the FDA remove their cellphone safety pages?

According to HHS, the pages contained "old conclusions" that were removed while the department undertakes a new study on electromagnetic radiation and health.

Is cellphone radiation actually dangerous?

The science is still evolving. The World Health Organization classifies it as "possibly carcinogenic," and numerous studies have shown biological effects. The new HHS study aims to fill gaps in our current knowledge.

What kind of radiation do cellphones emit?

Cellphones, laptops, WiFi routers, Bluetooth devices, and 5G networks all emit non-ionizing radiofrequency radiation — a type of electromagnetic field (EMF).

How can I protect myself from wireless radiation?

Reduce screen time, keep devices away from your body when not in use, turn off WiFi at night, and consider radiation-blocking clothing or accessories for the areas most exposed to your devices.

Does HAVN clothing really work?

Our WaveStopper™ fabric is lab-tested to block up to 99% of WiFi, Bluetooth, and 5G radiation. It uses real silver fibers woven into the material, creating a Faraday cage effect around your body.

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