Radiation Exposure

Radiation is energy that movements in the form of waves or high-speed particle. It occurs naturally in sunlight and sound effect. Man-made radiation is used in X-rays, nuclear weapons, nuclear power plants and cancer conduct.

If you are exposed to small amount of radiation over a long time, it raises your risk of cancer. It can also cause mutation in your genes, which you could pass on to any children you have after the contact. A lot of radiation over a short period, such as from a radiation emergency, can cause burns or radiation illness. Symptoms of release sickness include nausea, weakness, hair loss, skin burns and reduced organ purpose. If the exposure is large enough, it can cause untimely aging or even death. You may be able to take medicine to decrease the radioactive material in your body.