What harm does nuclear radiation do to the human body

The environment we live in is getting worse and worse because there are more and more things that threaten our normal life. Nuclear radiation is one of the most serious factors. Nuclear radiation is a substance that can have a fatal impact on the human body. If nuclear radiation occurs, serious consequences may result in loss of life, and even milder situations can have adverse effects on the body. So what are the harms of nuclear radiation to the human body? Let’s talk about it below.

The general impact of nuclear leakage on personnel is nuclear radiation. Nuclear materials or secondary products leak out from damaged nuclear reactors. These radioactive substances cause radiation pollution to the air, environment, water sources, and soil. Radioactive substances can enter the body through inhalation, skin wounds, and the digestive tract, causing internal radiation. Gamma ray radiation can penetrate a certain distance and be absorbed by the body, causing external radiation damage to personnel. The nuclear pollution caused by nuclear leakage will cause internal and external radiation to the human body, and its symptoms include: fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, redness of the skin, large blisters, internal organ ulcers, bleeding, hair loss, leukemia, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Sometimes it will increase the incidence of cancer, deformities, and genetic diseases, affecting the health of several generations. Generally speaking, the more radiation energy the body receives, the more severe the radiation sickness symptoms, the greater the risk of cancer and teratogenesis, the faster the proportion of thyroid cancer, the greater the number of leukemia cases, and the higher the birth rate of deformed babies...

"Internal and external protection" when encountering nuclear radiation When a nuclear accident or radiation accident occurs, especially when radioactive materials are released into the atmosphere, the general principle of protection is "internal and external protection": 1. Principles of protection against external irradiation 1. Shorten the exposure time as much as possible; 2. Stay away from the radiation source as much as possible; 3. Pay attention to shielding, use lead plates, steel plates or walls to block or reduce the intensity of exposure. Specific measures: When radioactive materials are released into the atmosphere and smoke is formed, enter the building in time, close the doors and windows and ventilation system, and avoid poorly shielded areas such as doors and windows. 2. Principles of protection against internal radiation: avoid ingestion, reduce absorption, increase excretion, and avoid staying in contaminated areas. Remove pollution and reduce the chance of contamination in people's bodies. Specific measures: If a nuclear accident releases radioactive iodine, stable iodine tablets should be taken as soon as possible under the guidance of a doctor. The recommended dosage for adults is 100 mg of iodine. The dosage should be reduced for children and infants. People who are allergic to iodine or have a history of thyroid disease should use it with caution. Detailed operation guide to stay away from nuclear radiation:

1. When entering an area where the air is seriously contaminated by radioactive substances, you must protect your five senses strictly. For example, cover your mouth and nose with a handkerchief, towel, cloth, etc. to reduce the inhalation of radioactive substances.

2. Wearing hats, headscarves, glasses, raincoats, gloves and boots can help reduce radioactive contamination on the body surface.

3. Pay special attention and do not consume contaminated water, food, etc.

4. If the accident is serious and residents need to evacuate the contaminated area, they should obey the orders of the relevant departments and evacuate to a safe place in an organized and orderly manner. People evacuating from the contaminated area should take off the contaminated clothes, shoes, hats, etc. and store them for monitoring and treatment.

5. People who are or are suspected of being contaminated by radioactivity should remove the contamination. The best way is to take a shower. What is the principle of iodine tablets? If the body already has enough iodine, it will not absorb more from the atmosphere. These pills fill your body with non-radioactive iodine, thus preventing it from absorbing the radioactive iodine isotopes.

The harm of nuclear radiation to the human body is as introduced above. Seeing such serious hazards, everyone must be careful and stay away from nuclear facilities in their daily lives. In normal times, you should actively exercise to increase your body's resistance. Maintain healthy living and eating habits. When you have a disease, you must actively seek effective treatment to make your body healthier.