FDA and EPA Nuclear Radiation Monitoring

Image via Wikipedia

Here's a better set of webpages that offer information about possible nuclear radiation reaching the United States.

Joint EPA/FDA Statement: Update on Ongoing Monitoring - on steps taken to increase the level of nationwide monitoring of milk, precipitation, drinking water, and other potential exposure routes.

Japanese Nuclear Emergency: EPA's Radiation Air Monitoring - home page

EPA's RadNet Monitoring Data - a map of radiation monitoring stations

EPA - Daily Data Summary - from the EPA's RadNet Monitoring Data

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/

FDA - Monitoring Japan - Radiation Safety

The FDA has a public health page in light of the situation in Japan, FDA - Radiation Safety - Food Safety and Medical Products.

The Q and A format speaks to foods exported from Japan, and has some information about potassium iodide (KI).

iOSAT Potassium Iodide Tablets, 130 mg (14 Tablets)

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/

US Radiation Map For Average Citizens

Image via Wikipedia

Given recent events, my eye is drawn to anything nuclear or radiation-related.

I stumbled across the Radiation Network's National Radiation Map that depicts environmental radiation levels across the United States. The map also shows locations of nuclear sites.

Interesting stuff, and be aware of the disclaimer:

The operator of this web site, can not independently verify that the Radiation Levels, or any Radiation Alerts, that are displayed on this Radiation Map are correct and valid.  Among other possibilities, Geiger counter malfunctions or proximity of the counters to certain medical procedures or to radioactive items can cause high readings at a Monitoring Station.

You might also be interested in:
A Wikipedia list of the world's nuclear reactors

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/

Radiation Risk - To Potassium Iodide or Not - KI

Image via Wikipedia

Updated May 29, 2024

Call me paranoid. Many years ago, I bought a bunch of KI (potassium iodide) for our household. We live in earthquake country, the San Francisco bay area, and there are certainly nuclear plants in CA.

If you're thinking about taking KI, you'll want to read up on it first:  Potassium Iodide (KI) - CDC.gov

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/

FDA Talks About Indoor Tanning Risks

I for one, love a good tan, and I recognize the risks.

The FDA has taken an interest in educating consumers that ultraviolet (UV) radiation in tanning devices poses serious health risks. They've created a Tanning - Welcome to FDA’s Tanning Website.

In support of the FDA transparency initiatives, they've made some of their materials available:
FDA - "Indoor Tanning: Risks of UV Radiation” presentation slides
FDA - "Indoor Tanning: Risks of UV Radiation” - 30 minute webinar

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/

FDA Warns of CT Scan Radiation Overdoses

This KWTX news article reports a hospital's problem with CT brain scan radiation overexposure, FDA Warns Hospitals About CT Brain Scan Radiation. The excessive dose problem was identified when a patient reported hair loss after a scan. The end result, the FDA has posted a notification, Safety Investigation of CT Brain Perfusion Scans: Initial Notification. 

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/ 

Alert - Granite Countertops - They are HOT - Radiation and Radon Risk

Hmmm. If you have granite countertops, or are thinking about upgrading to one, then think again. You might be exposing yourself and your family to uranium radiation and radon gas. Both can endanger your health. Read this Houston Chronicle article, "Be wary of granite that glows." As one poster says, "You can't take anything for granite these days." 

Return Home: http://drughealth.blogspot.com/