How Is Radiation Measured?
April 3, 2011
Different units are used in measuring radiation depending on whether discussing radiation being emitted from a radioactive source, the radiation dose received by a person, or the risk of suffering health effects due to radiation exposure. Similar to the differences in the way we in the United Stat[...]
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Some Facts About The Effects Of High Dose Radiation Exposure
April 2, 2011
With all the fear and misinformation nowadays with regard to radiation exposure and its effect on our health, it is important to get the facts. Radiation is a form of energy that travels in waves or particles and can penetrate the body (x-rays are a form of low-dose radiation used for beneficial[...]
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Use of Potassium Iodide (KI) For Radiation Exposure
March 19, 2011
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a fact sheet regarding the use of potassium iodide (KI) during radiation emergencies in light of the nuclear power plant explosions in Japan. Radiation is a form of energy that occurs naturally in our environment. There are different ty[...]
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