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A radioactive wasp nest with radiation levels ten times of what is allowed under regulations was found at a facility that once produced parts for US nuclear weapons, federal officials said. "The wasp ...

Eyes High doses can cause cataracts. Thyroid Radioactive iodine can build up and cause cancer, particularly during growth. Lungs Breathing in radioisotopes can damage DNA. Stomach Radioactive isotopes ...

CANCER fears have been sparked in Japan after releasing radioactive water into the sea was suggested as part of a major nuclear clean-up. Officials are becoming increasingly concerned by the huge ...

To state ways to reduce the risk when using radioactive sources. To identify the correct radioactive source for different applications. Alpha radiation will damage cells if the radioactive source has ...

Sarah Loughran receives funding from The National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia (NHMRC). She is the Director of Radiation Research and Advice at the Australian Radiation Protection ...

Radioactive iodine therapy is a type of radioisotope therapy for thyroid cancer. It can also help to diagnose and treat some other cancers and conditions. Radioactive iodine is a type of iodine that ...