Introduction to Radiation—For Medical Practitioners—

This information is presented to assist you in replying with confidence to questions during routine consultations, and to queries from patients.

Effects of Radiation on People
What Is Radiation?
Radiation Protection
Essential Knowledge in Nuclear Power Disasters
Standard Values and Reference Levels with Respect to Radiation Safety

Effects of Radiation on People

Categories of Effects of Radiation on People
Effects of Radiation on Cancer Deaths
Effects on Cancer Due to Carcinogens
Effects of Radiation on Pediatric Carcinogenesis
Effects of Pediatric Thyroid Exposure
Effects of Radiation on the Fetus
Effects of Radiation on Genetics

What Is Radiation?

Radiation
Radioactive Substances
Natural Radiation (Foods)
Natural Radiation (Human Body)

Radiation Protection

Basics of Radiation Protection (Categories and Dose Limits)
Basics of Radiation Protection (Control of Public Exposure)
Basics of Radiation Protection (Management of Pregnant Workers)
Basics of Radiation Protection (Medical Exposure)
Typical Measuring Instruments
Internal Exposure

Essential Knowledge in Nuclear Power Disasters

Lessons from the Fukushima Nuclear Accident
Decontamination Methods
Examinations and Treatment During a Nuclear Accident
Response for Patients Who May Have Been Exposed to a Large Dose of Radiation
Distribution of Stable Iodine Tablets
Evacuation Preparations

Standard Values and Reference Levels with Respect to Radiation Safety

Reference Levels for Evacuation and Return
Regulatory Values for Food and Water

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Effects of Radiation on People
What Is Radiation?
Radiation Protection
Essential Knowledge in Nuclear Power Disasters
Standard Values and Reference Levels with Respect to Radiation Safety

Research Team, Ministry of the Environment

Establishment of a Comprehensive Radiation Education System Using e-Learning in Fukushima, Japan and Asia.

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