Health Aspects of a Nuclear or Radiological Attack

Abstract

This brief paper provides a summary of key issues facing local, state, and national responders in preparing for and counteracting acts of nuclear or radiological terrorism, including medical management and follow-up care for victims. We also provide a brief look at important issues that remain to be addressed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2010
Accession Number
ADA575269

Entities

People

  • David A. Schauer
  • Fred A. Mettler Jr.
  • John W. Poston Sr.
  • Ronald E. Goans
  • Tammy P. Taylor
  • Terry C. Pellmar
  • Thomas S. Tenforde

Organizations

  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Detection
  • Emergencies
  • Governments
  • Health
  • Health Services
  • Ionizing Radiation
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Public Health
  • Radiation
  • Radiation Protection
  • Radioactive Materials
  • Radiological Weapons
  • Therapy
  • Training
  • Urban Areas
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

Fields of Study

  • Medicine
  • Physics

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Systems Analysis and Design