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Agent protects cells from lethal effects of radiation even if given after exposure
No drugs exist to protect the public from the high levels of radiation that could be released by a "dirty" bomb or nuclear explosion. view more (2007-05-09)
New oral agents may prevent injury after radiation exposure
Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and collaborators have discovered and analyzed several new compounds, collectively called the ''EUK-400 series,'' which could someday be used to prevent radiation-induced injuries to kidneys, lungs, skin, intestinal tract and brains of radiological terrorism victims. view more (2009-07-13)
New NRPB Poster published for National Science Week - Sunsense: Protecting Yourself from Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR)
To co-incide with National Science Week (starting 8 March 2002) NRPB is publishing a new poster - Sunsense: Protecting Yourself from Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR). The poster provides important facts on protecting yourself from UVR. It summarises what is known about the health effects of UVR. The aim is to personalise the science behind a serious... view more... (2002-03-12)
Growing evidence for increased risk of breast and skin cancers among cabin crew
Cabin crew seem to be at increased risk of breast and skin cancers, suggests research in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Researchers from Iceland looked at the chances of developing the potentially fatal skin cancer malignant melanoma, to see if there were any factors likely to increase the acknowledged risk among air crew. A survey of... view more... (2003-10-20)
New research suggests a potentially damaging effect of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields
The effect of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields (ELF-EMF), such as those emitted around high-voltage transmission lines on human health, is controversial. Some studies suggest an association between exposure to ELF-EMF and incidence of leukaemia, although little direct evidence exists that exposure causes damage to biological... view more... (2002-07-16)
Normal tissue not spared in new forms of breast cancer radiotherapy
A five day course of radiotherapy to treat breast cancer may, in some cases, expose as much lung and heart tissue to potentially toxic radiation as does the standard six weeks of treatment, say researchers at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville. view more (2007-10-31)
Genomic test could help detect radioactivity exposure from terrorist attacks
In the event of a nuclear or radiological catastrophe — such as a nuclear accident or a "dirty bomb" — thousands of people would be exposed to radiation, with no way of quickly determining how much of the deadly substance has seeped inside their bodies. view more (2007-04-03)
Iterative reconstruction technique significantly reduces patient radiation dose during CT scans
Computed tomography (CT) scans are responsible for more than two thirds of the total radiation dose associated with medical imaging exams. view more (2009-08-19)
MIT method reveals how radiation damages the body
Researchers at MIT have devised a new method for examining how radiation damages normal tissue in the body. view more (2006-03-01)
Researchers discover atomic bomb effect results in adult-onset thyroid cancer
Radiation from the atomic bomb blasts in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, in 1945, likely rearranged chromosomes in some survivors who later developed papillary thyroid cancer as adults, according to Japanese researchers. view more (2008-08-29)
Gene therapy protects mice from the effects of whole-body irradiation
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers have successfully protected mice against the damaging effects that radiation can have on bone marrow using gene therapy. view more (2006-06-05)
Nanoparticles + light = dead tumor cells
Medical physicists at the University of Virginia have created a novel way to kill tumor cells using nanoparticles and light. view more (2008-07-30)
How low can you go? - The Society for Radiological Protection 40th anniversary meeting
Media Invitation How low can you go? The Society for Radiological Protection 40th anniversary meeting, ALARP (As Low as Reasonably Practicable): Principles and Practices 2 - 4 April 2003 Emergency surveillance situations, nuclear decommissioning and airline travel are just a few of the topics to be discussed at The Society for Radiological... view more... (2003-03-26)
Space-related radiation research could help reduce fractures in cancer survivors
A research project looking for ways to reduce bone loss in astronauts may yield methods of improving the bone health of cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment. view more (2009-09-16)
Gene therapy may protect normal tissues during radiation retreatment for lung cancer
Gene therapy could be used as an agent to protect normal tissues, including the esophagus and lung, from damage during a second administration of radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer. view more (2005-10-17)
Researchers Find a Way to Reduce Patient Radiation Dose During Pulmonary CT Angiography
While screening for possible pulmonary emboli using pulmonary CT angiography, a new study shows that radiologists can effectively lower the patient radiation dose by approximately 44% and improve vascular enhancement without deterioration of image quality. view more (2009-07-01)
Informational handout key to giving parents a better understanding of CT radiation risks
Simply giving parents informational handouts can improve their understanding of the potential increased risk of cancer related to pediatric CT, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from The Children's Hospital in Denver, CO and Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, CT. view more (2007-08-15)
Hazards of CT scans overstated
Concerns over possible radiation effects of CT scans detailed in a report yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine should not scare people away from getting medically needed CT scans, as the scans play a critical role in saving the lives of thousands of people every day. view more (2007-12-03)
UK study quantifies cancer risk from diagnostic X-rays (pp 340, 345)
The most detailed calculation of its kind to estimate the risk of cancer from exposure to diagnostic X-rays is published in this week's issue of THE LANCET. It suggests that in the UK around 700 of the 124,000 cases of cancer diagnosed annually could be attributable to exposure to diagnostic X-rays. Diagnostic X-rays (used in conventional... view more... (2004-01-28)
Herbal tonic for radiotherapy
Antioxidant extracts of the leaves of the Gingko biloba tree may protect cells from radiation damage, according to a study published in the International Journal of Low Radiation. view more (2009-10-20)
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