Fluorescent and LED lamps are subject to electromagnetic radiation. But it acts only at a certain distance from the light source. The luminescent type contains mercury, which can enter the air through microcracks.
A few years ago there was a large-scale replacement of incandescent lamps with energy-saving ones. Immediately the question arose of what effect they have on health. There are a lot of disputes about this.
First, it must be said that modern energy-saving lamps are turned on through a special electronic device. Due to this, the frequency of flicker increases, so it remains invisible to the human eye. Accordingly, for vision, such lighting is safer. Also, a person can choose the most comfortable color for their glow, which will favorably affect their mental state.
There are two types of energy-saving lamps: LED, fluorescent.
Energy-saving fluorescent lamps have a high level of ultraviolet radiation, so they can cause harm to those who have increased skin sensitivity or a predisposition to skin diseases. Infants and some adults may develop a rash and swelling when using such lamps. Ultraviolet rays can also lead to vision problems, especially if a person has a predisposition to eye diseases. In this case, people need to be at least half a meter from the lamp.
In this type of lamp there is mercury, which causes concern among the population of not only our country. Due to the presence of poisonous vapors with which the lamps are filled, they must be sent to a special company that is discouraged by disposal. For these reasons, the use of lamps should be very careful, with the necessary safety measures.
If the lamp is damaged, the concentration of mercury vapor can reach up to 7 μg per 1 cubic meter. m, which significantly exceeds the maximum permissible concentration. These pairs can enter different parts of the apartment.
If we talk about LED lamps, then they do not harm the body, even if there are microcracks on the glass. LEDs are non-toxic and do not emit harmful substances. They do not have infrared and thermal radiation.
The results of studies conducted in America have proved that any energy-saving lamps are a source of electromagnetic radio frequency radiation. Especially it is a lot of it in a radius of 15 centimeters from a socle. This means that if such lamps are installed under the ceiling, then a person does not fall into the zone of electromagnetic radiation. But when used in nightlights, desktop lighting, anyone can be exposed to the field, which can lead to some health problems.
It is believed that electromagnetic fields do not cause the appearance of diseases, but can serve as a trigger for some ailments of the central nervous or immune system, as well as the cardiovascular system. Director of the Center for Electromagnetic Safety Oleg Grigoryev notes that the constant exposure to the electromagnetic field leads to a decrease in the body's resistance to viruses, and can also lead to an exacerbation of chronic diseases.
