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Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Radiation Dictionary".
A - Z dictionary glossary. ►
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Glossary of Radiological Terms


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Radiation Emergencies" homepage. ►
Radiation Emergencies homepage.
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Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Radiation and Pregnancy: A Fact Sheet for the Public". ►
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has prepared this fact sheet to help you understand the possible health effects to your fetus from exposure to radiation.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Radiation and Pregnancy: A Fact Sheet for the Public


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Measuring Radiation". ►
When scientists measure radiation, they use different terms depending on whether they are discussing radiation coming from a radioactive source, the radiation dose absorbed by a person, or the risk that a person will suffer health effects (biological risk) from exposure to radiation. This fact sheet explains some of the terminology used to discuss radiation measurement.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Radiation Measurement


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Radioactive Contamination and Radiation Exposure". ►
Radioactive contamination and radiation exposure could occur if radioactive materials are released into the environment as the result of an accident, an event in nature, or an act of terrorism. Such a release could expose people and contaminate their surroundings and personal property.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Radioactive Contamination and Radiation Exposure


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Evacuation in a Radiation Emergency". ►
In the event of a radiation emergency, such as a nuclear power plant accident or the explosion of a radioactive dirty bomb, you may need to leave your home or the immediate area (evacuate).
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Facts About Evacuation During a Radiation Emergency


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Shelter-in-Place in a Radiation Emergency". ►

In the event of a radiation emergency, such as a nuclear power plant accident or the explosion of a dirty bomb, you may be asked to stay home and take shelter rather than try to evacuate. This action is called �sheltering in place.�
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Sheltering in Place During a Radiation Emergency


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Frequently Asked Questions about a Radiation Emergency". ►
What Is Radiation? How Can Exposure Occur? What Happens When People Are Exposed to Radiation? What Types of Terrorist Events Might Involve Radiation? and more.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About a Radiation Emergency


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Radiation and Potassium Iodide (KI)". ►
This fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) gives you some basic information about Radiation and Potassium Iodide (KI). It explains what you should think about before you or a family member takes KI.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Radiation and Potassium Iodide (KI)


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Protecting Yourself and Your Family". ►
If a radiation emergency occurs, people can take actions to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their pets. Emergency workers and local officials are trained to respond to disaster situations and will provide specific actions to help keep people safe.
CDC Radiation Emergencies | Protecting Yourself and Your Family


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Tsunamis: Sanitation and Hygiene". ►
It is critical for you to remember to practice basic hygiene during the emergency period. Always wash your hands with soap and water that has been boiled or disinfected. Warm water is best.
CDC Tsunamis | Sanitation and Hygiene


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ Japanese Translation of "Food Safety After a Tsunami". ►
To prevent foodborne diseases, wash your hands with clean water and soap before and after you eat or prepare food and after you use the latrine or bathroom. If you do not have clean water, use waterless hand sanitizers until clean water is available for washing.
CDC Tsunamis | Food Safety After a Tsunami


Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST NEW:
▲ 12 New Japanese Translation Documents Are Now Available! ►
12 new documents on Radiation Health and Safety are now available in Japanese. Learn more about Radiation and Health at http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/.
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