With every apparent advancement, we are increasingly putting ourselves at imperceptible health risks. From electronic and electrical devices and appliances that we use daily to the cell towers, antennas, and base stations that support them, all can emit harmful manmade electromagnetic radiation (EMR).

EMR is an inevitable byproduct of our technologically driven world and a significant polluting element in our environment. Action is growing worldwide as communities become aware that government safety limits have remained unchanged for decades and do not protect people or the environment.

In Singapore, Max Chua accidentally discovered the adverse effects of electromagnetic fields when he started experiencing muscle aches and prolonged poor quality of sleep. An electronics and electrical engineer by training with over 17 years of experience in the industry, he chanced upon various findings on EMR and electromagnetic fields (EMF) when he started researching possible causes for his physical ailments. With a professional background in engineering, he experimented with shielding methods and before long, his aches disappeared and his quality of sleep significantly improved.

In this interview, Theodora Scarato will talk with Chua about how to make our technological world a safer place for ourselves and our kids.

About Max Chua

Max Chua is an electronics and electrical engineer by training. A graduate of the University of Surrey in the UK, he has over 17 years of experience in the industry. He spent the first 10 years of his career in the semiconductor industry and after that he held a position as head of strategy and marketing for Asia-Pacific in several global foreign multinational corporations. He was also trained in EMF health and safety for workplace and products from Germany’s TUV SUD.  His personal health made him study the effects of wireless radiation on the human body. He founded Choizya with the aim of increasing public awareness of the potential health effects of overexposure to wireless radiation. His vision is to have a safe wireless world for all to live, work and play. Choizya specializes in detection and protection of wireless radiation for homes and organizations. Max has also spoken to numerous organizations and multinational corporations, including Sony Asia Pacific, Regatta Jakarta, Global Foundries, Insworld Institute,  Young President Organization-Malaysia, Family Business Network Asia, and multiple parenting groups.

His talks cover the potential negative health effects of RFR and EMR, available solutions to reduce exposure, and live demonstrations to show the effects of different types of wireless devices and equipment commonly seen at home. He also provides wireless radiation assessments within Singapore and ASEAN countries for those interested to find out their exposure level.