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How a Nuclear Meltdown Works

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The Role of Iodide in Radiation Protection

This chapter focuses on the critical role of iodide in shielding the thyroid from radiation during nuclear incidents. It also covers the issues of panic buying, counterfeit iodide products, and the inadequacy of iodized salt as an effective substitute.

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