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At A Glance

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  • Doses from Discharges
    Radioactive materials are discharged into the environment from various sources. How are you exposed to this radiation and how is it measured?
    Added/updated: 27 August 2009
  • Electric and Magnetic Fields
    We are all exposed to Electric and Magnetic Fields of varying strength through the generation, transmission, distribution and use of electricity. What are the effects?
    Added/updated: 18 August 2009
  • Nuclear Emergencies
    What would happen in the event of a Nuclear Accident and what countermeasures are available?
    Added/updated: 18 August 2009
  • Radio Waves
    Exposure to radio waves comes from many sources, from television and radio broadcasts to mobile phones. What are the sources and what effect do these sources have on us?
    Added/updated: 18 August 2009
  • Radon At a Glance
    This naturally occuring radioactive gas provides the biggest radiation dose for most people. What risks does it present and what options are available to protect your home?
    Added/updated: 19 August 2009
  • Sunsense
    UV radiation from the sun and some artificial sources can be harmful to your skin and eyes. What should you do to protect yourself?
    Added/updated: 18 August 2009
  • Transport of Radioactive Materials
    Exposure to radio waves comes from many sources, from television and radio broadcasts to mobile phones. What are the sources and what effect do these sources have on us?
    Added/updated: 18 August 2009