Medical Uses for Radiation
Medical exams involving radiation are considered beneficial to the individual. This is where you can take an active role. It is important that you know what the exam is, what it is for, and how …
Naturally Occurring Radiation
The next largest dose is from medical radiation. The smallest dose we receive (<1 percent) is from nuclear power plant emissions and fallout from past atomic bomb detonations. Individuals …
Industrial Uses for Radiation
Industrial Uses. There are many industrial uses of radioactive materials, including material density evaluation, product sterilization, quality control, static elimination, and electricity generation.
Non-ionizing Radiation Effects and Information
Nonionizing Radiation. We use and are exposed to nonionizing radiation sources every day. Microwave ovens use microwaves to heat food, toasters use infrared waves to heat and …
Sources & Uses of Radiation
Many uses of radiation help to ensure the high quality and safety of our daily lives. Smoke detectors to warn us of fire, x-ray machines to detect weapons or other devices in luggage and …
Effects of Radiation
Medical attention should be sought. 3,000 - 5,000 mSv received in a short period will cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea within hours. Loss of hair and appetite occurs within a week. …
Ionizing Radiation
The other 20 percent of our radiation dose comes from artificial sources—medical x rays, consumer products, industry, research, and power generation. Although the radiation dose …
Household Sources of Radiation
They are an example of the many ways radiation use benefits our modern society. When they are used according to their instructions for use, you are not exposed to radiation. Products in your …
Common Radiation Myths
That is why exams involving radiation exposure should only be performed when there is a medical reason. They must be prescribed by a doctor either because you’re sick or injured, or because …
Specializing in Radiation Information and Science
Society activities include encouraging research in radiation science, developing standards, and disseminating radiation safety information. Society members are involved in understanding, …