An Overview of Appropriate Medical Practice and Preparedness in Radiation Emergency Response
Akram Al-Ibraheem,
Serin Moghrabi,
Ahmed Abdlkadir
et al.
Abstract:Radiation emergencies involving high doses of nuclear radiation pose significant risks from exposure to ionizing radiation in various scenarios. These situations include transportation accidents involving radioactive materials, occupational exposure, nuclear detonations, dirty bombs, and nuclear power plant accidents. In addition to the immediate risks of acute radiation syndrome (ARS) and related diseases, longterm exposure can increase the risk of other health issues such as cardiovascular disease and cancer… Show more
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