THE SOMATIC EFFECTS OF RADIATION
Journal Article
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· Canadian Medical Association Journal (Canada)
OSTI ID:4773545
Effects of radiation in man are reviewed, including induction of leukemia and cancer of skin, thyroid, bone, and lung; cataract; dermatitis, pneumonitis; nephritis; and sterility. The present levels of radiation from fallout in Canada contribute a negligible amount to the total radiation exposure of the population and do not now constitute a significant hazard. (H. H.D.)
- Research Organization:
- National Cancer Inst. of Canada, Toronto
- NSA Number:
- NSA-17-001279
- OSTI ID:
- 4773545
- Journal Information:
- Canadian Medical Association Journal (Canada), Journal Name: Canadian Medical Association Journal (Canada) Vol. Vol: 86; ISSN CMAJA
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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