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Canada ill-prepared for radiation emergencies.

Authors :
Collier, Roger
Source :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ); 6/14/2011, Vol. 183 Issue 9, p1001-1002, 2p, 1 Color Photograph
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article focuses on the unpreparedness of the government of Canada to face chemical, biological, radioactive, and nuclear (CBRN) disasters. According to doctor Carl Javis, the Medical Emergency Treatment for Exposures to Radiation (METER), a training package provided by Health Canada, must have a continuous funding from the government. It states that medical personnel must be trained for disaster preparedness.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08203946
Volume :
183
Issue :
9
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
63200244
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.109-3890