Clinicians can learn about health effects of different kinds of radiation from the Veterans Health Initiative study guide, Veterans and Radiation (3.43 MB, PDF).
The study guide covers effects of ionizing radiation used in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, in U.S. atmospheric nuclear weapons tests that ended in 1962 and also present in small amounts in depleted uranium used in the Gulf War. The guide also covers non-ionizing radiation from radar and other sources.
The guide is useful for VA and non-VA health care providers caring for Veteran patients. Veterans and the public also may be interested in the guide to learn more about symptoms and treatment.
For Veterans and the Public
- Radiation
Ionizing and non-ionizing radiation exposure during military service, associated diseases, VA health care, and disability compensation benefits
- Depleted Uranium
Depleted uranium, possible health problems, VA health care, and disability compensation benefits
- War Related Illness and Injury Study Centers
Health care services for combat Veterans at VA's War Related Illness and Injury Study Centers
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