What is Public Health Ethics?

Effects of radiation exposure are somatic (body) and/or genetic (offspring) in nature. Health Effects. Acute: Erythema and dermatitis. Large whole-body exposures cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and death. Chronic: Skin cancer and bone marrow suppression. Genetic effects may lead to congenital defects in the employee's offspring. ................
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