
NH #708: Gender & Ionizing Radiation – New UN Report – Co-authors Mary Olson, Amanda Nichols
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Gender and Radiation: Critical Insights
This chapter explores the significant findings from a pivotal 2011 report on the disproportionate effects of radiation on women. The discussion includes personal experiences that led to a deeper investigation of gendered impacts and highlights the need for collaboration in research. It emphasizes the urgency of addressing the intersection of gender, ionizing radiation, and climate change while considering the implications of internal exposure.
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