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Publications on Radiation Exposure

VA has developed the following materials for Veterans and health care providers about radiation and health problems from exposure. The materials are not copyrighted and may be reproduced.

Newsletters – Ionizing Radiation Review

The Ionizing Radiation Review provides information to Veterans and their families concerned about the health risks of exposure to ionizing radiation in military service and about VA’s programs to respond to these risks.

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Latest Issue (March 2012) | PDF (1.9 MB, PDF)

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Fact Sheets and Brochures

Ionizing Radiation fact sheet for Veterans and their Families

Ionizing Radiation: Information for Veterans and their Families (1.08 MB, PDF)
Learn about exposure to ionizing radiation, Veterans who may be affected, diseases and illnesses associated with exposure, and what to do next if you've been exposed.

Ionizing Radiation fact sheet for Providers

Ionizing Radiation: Information for Health Care Providers (318 KB, PDF)
Learn about exposure to ionizing radiation, Veteran populations who may be affected, diseases and illnesses associated with exposure, how to talk to your patients about exposure, and the support and services available.

 

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