Here’s what could happen in a nuclear disaster in Washtenaw County The American Thyroid Association…
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ATA supports dialogue on the international harmonization of radiological emergency preparedness around nuclear power stations…
This document serves to summarize the issues and the American Thyroid Association (ATA) position regarding…
The American Thyroid Association today released a statement advising against the ingestion of iodine and kelp supplements containing in excess of 500 mcg iodine daily. Iodine is a micronutrient required for normal thyroid function.
Iodine is a micronutrient required for normal thyroid function. Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA) for iodine intake are 150 mcg in adults, 220-250 mcg in pregnant women, and 250-290 mcg in breastfeeding women in the U.S. (1,2).
Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and leaders of the American Thyroid Association and Physicians for Social Responsibility wrote White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director John Holdren, urging him to overturn the Bush administration’s decision not to implement the decade-old law that requires the supply of radiation “emergency pills” to U.S. citizens who live within 20 miles of a nuclear power plant.
States Connecticut Department of Public Health Potassium Iodide (KI) and Nuclear Emergency Readiness http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3126&q=389034 Delaware…
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission:Potassium Iodide Frequently Asked Questions http://www.nrc.gov/about-nrc/emerg-preparedness/about-emerg-preparedness/potassium-iodide.html Final Text of NRC Ruling NRC…
Why does the thyroid gland need special protection after a release of radioactive material?The thyroid…
In light of the recent events in Japan, the American Thyroid Association again urges the…
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