Radiological

How well do you think the United States is prepared for a disaster like the one you selected? Discuss the factors that can influence the effects a disaster may have on a community or region.

Discussion Post We have already discussed weather related natural disasters and bioterrorism, and now we will focus on other types of disasters. For this week’s discussion, you are asked to research a technological or human induced disaster. Here you want to look at situations such as radiological, nuclear accidents, technological disasters (electromagnetic pulse), and hazardous […]

Discuss the types of harm caused by radiation exposure, namely: acute Illness, injury, long term effects and long term genetic effects.

Weapons made from radiological agents are uncommon because they are difficult to obtain and they are just as dangerous to the intender user as to the intended victims. However, radiological materials are used routinely throughout New York, so it is impossible to rule them out as a potential source for weapons. Consider the following questions […]

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