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Israeli Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites Raise Health Concerns

Israeli airstrikes on three key Iranian nuclear facilities—Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow—have raised health concerns, though the IAEA reports no immediate radiation leaks; however, uranium isotope spread at Natanz is a concern.

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British Veterans Accuse MoD of Cover-up in 1950s Nuclear Tests

A group of British veterans, led by John Morris, filed a criminal complaint with the Metropolitan Police against the Ministry of Defence, alleging a cover-up of radiation exposure during 1950s nuclear tests on Christmas Island, supported by a 500-page dossier of evidence.

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Chernobyl's Lingering Impact: Kursk Oblast 37 Years On

The Chernobyl disaster contaminated 1324 square kilometers (4.5%) of Kursk Oblast, Russia, affecting 130,600+ residents in 166 settlements, yet current radiation levels are below safety standards and food is safe according to official data.

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Excessive CT Scans Linked to 5% of US Cancer Diagnoses

A US study estimates that excessive CT scan use contributes to 1 in 20 annual cancer diagnoses, with children under one year old facing a tenfold higher risk; researchers urge reduced use and optimized radiation doses to mitigate this risk.

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CT Scans Linked to 103,000 Projected Cancer Cases, Sparking New Safety Regulations

A new study reveals that CT scans, while valuable in detecting diseases, may be causing approximately 103,000 lifetime cases of radiation-induced cancers in California due to high and variable radiation doses, leading to new Medicare regulations to improve safety.

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Chernobyl Wildlife Shows Unexpected Radiation Adaptations

Near Chernobyl, wood frogs exhibit unusually dark coloration due to increased melanin, offering protection from radiation; nematode worms show unexpected radiation resistance; while larger animals like pigs and cows suffered severe birth defects after the 1986 accident.

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Fukushima Farmer Cultivates Kiwis to Combat Radiation Concerns

Twenty-five-year-old Takuya Haraguchi cultivates kiwis in Okuma, Fukushima, aiming to revitalize the region and overcome lingering radiation concerns after the 2011 nuclear disaster, despite ongoing consumer anxieties and the need for continued public education.

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Ukraine Honors Chernobyl Victims, Liquidators Amidst Ongoing Nuclear Risks

Ukraine held a ceremony in Prypyat on April 26th, marking the 39th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster and honoring the liquidators, with state awards given to those who responded to a February 2025 Russian drone strike on the New Safe Confinement; the event highlighted ongoing safety risks and th...

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Chernobyl's Unexpected Resilience: New Research Reveals Radiation-Resistant Organisms

New research on Chernobyl's wildlife reveals unexpected resilience to radiation in nematodes, dogs, birds, and fungi, offering insights into cancer research, adaptation, and the impact of human absence on the environment.

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CT Scans Linked to Increased Cancer Risk: 1 in 20 Cases

A new study reveals that CT scans may cause cancer in about 1 in 20 patients, with infants at ten times higher risk; the risk is comparable to that of alcohol consumption and excess weight, highlighting the need for minimizing unnecessary scans.

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Chernobyl Shelter Damaged in Russian Drone Attack

A Russian drone attack on February 14th damaged Chernobyl's New Safe Confinement shelter, causing a fire that lasted until March 7th, creating a 15 square meter hole and over 200 additional punctures. Ukrainian authorities are assessing the damage and seeking repair solutions, with preliminary recom...

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Drone Strike Damages Chernobyl's New Safe Confinement

A Russian drone attack on February 14th damaged the Chernobyl New Safe Confinement (NSC), creating a 15-square-meter hole and compromising its pressure regulation system; experts are assessing the damage and planning repairs, but the high radiation levels present significant challenges.

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