Radiological Terrorism: Public Health Officials Toolkit
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This toolkit helps public health professionals prepare for radiation emergencies. It describes guidelines for handling bodies contaminated with radioactive materials, including setting up safe morgue operations and using protective gear. The toolkit includes infographics, training modules, and a Radiation Hazard Scale to simplify complex ideas. It also outlines safety measures like monitoring radiation doses and decontaminating bodies to protect responders from exposure. The toolkit aims to ensure respectful treatment of remains while keeping radiation exposure low during emergencies involving nuclear devices or dirty bombs.
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