Comments on: Know Your Radiation Exposure Limits

By: Is Radiation Ever Good For You? - Lancs Industries

Is Radiation Ever Good For You? - Lancs Industries — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:03:37 +0000

[…] In many ways, the radiation hormesis theory is similar to what we know about the human immune system. Just as the human immune system has evolved to respond and defend itself against bacterial, viral, and fungal invaders, the radiation hormesis theory states that the cells of humans and other living organisms may have inherent repair mechanisms that are the result of their constant, natural exposure to low-doses of ionizing radiation. […]

By: Will Hospitals Admit Someone Who’s Contaminated with Radiation? - Lancs Industries

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 22:36:25 +0000

[…] medical care. Remind them that while proper precautions are important, the contamination does not pose a serious threat to their employees. In the meantime, anything they can do to cover the floor of the admitting area/room with non-slip […]

By: Protect Yourself From Radiation Exposure - Lancs Industries

Protect Yourself From Radiation Exposure - Lancs Industries — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:19:08 +0000

[…] it. There are a range of safety practices, protective products that can be used and worn that will keep your radiation exposure limits at minimal […]

By: How is Radiation Measured and Detected - Lancs Industries

How is Radiation Measured and Detected - Lancs Industries — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:21:56 +0000

[…] The best Geiger counter for measuring radiation dose rates is one that is what we call “energy compensated.” Energy-compensated Geiger counters are designed to make up for those differences. Even so, we don’t consider these to be the most effective way of accurately measuring specific radiation dose rates. […]

By: UV Radiation: What You Need to Know - Lancs Industries

UV Radiation: What You Need to Know - Lancs Industries — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:55:52 +0000

[…] cell damage that leads to aging – i.e. wrinkles and minor sun spotting. Experts also think that intense exposure – like the larger-than-sun-power doses of UVA encountered at tanning beds – put you at higher […]

By: Is Electromagnetic Radiation Dangerous? - Lancs Industries

Is Electromagnetic Radiation Dangerous? - Lancs Industries — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 20:34:00 +0000

[…] WHO concluded, “current evidence does not confirm the existence of any health consequences from exposure to low level electromagnetic fields. However, some gaps in knowledge about biological effects exist and need […]

By: Radiation Types and Styles | Lancs Industries Blog

Radiation Types and Styles | Lancs Industries Blog — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:54:29 +0000

[…] conscientious employers to task when it comes to providing employees with adequate protection and education regarding radiation exposure. That being said, it’s imperative that you check-in with management if you feel employees at your […]

By: Radioactive Holiday Gifts For the Ones You Love (and hate) - Lancs Industries

Radioactive Holiday Gifts For the Ones You Love (and hate) - Lancs Industries — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:04:29 +0000

[…] The good news is thorium was added in minimal amounts. The bad news is that users ingested and absorbed low-doses of radiation as for the duration that they used the products, and we won’t even think about the radiation that […]

By: Radiation and Pregnancy - Lancs Industries

Radiation and Pregnancy - Lancs Industries — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:56:29 +0000

[…] encourage you to go a step further and evaluate if you or your partner are experiencing higher-than-healthy doses of radiation. Some things to consider to minimize daily risks of radiation exposure […]

By: Radiation Response Plan for Skin Contamination - Lancs Industries

Radiation Response Plan for Skin Contamination - Lancs Industries — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:38:43 +0000

[…] by the nature of your work and its environment(s). Perhaps you’ll define skin contamination after a certain exposure limit has been reached, or maybe it will be defined as the presence of any contamination above the […]