Category : Search result: radiation risk


Blue mutant dogs discovered in Chernobyl zone

Exclusive research reveals startling discovery of dogs with unique blue-black fur roaming Chernobyl's radioactive wasteland, offering new insights into long-term radiation effects on mammals.

Nuclear test veterans take government to court over health

British nuclear test veterans and their descendants are launching legal action against the Ministry of Defence, demanding recognition and compensation for health issues they believe stem from radiation exposure during Cold War experiments.

Biden Reveals Prostate Cancer Radiation Treatment

US President Joe Biden reveals he's undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer while maintaining full presidential duties. Exclusive details on his treatment timeline and health outlook.

Earth's magnetic field develops growing weak spot

Scientists discover a rapidly expanding weak spot in Earth's protective magnetic shield over South America and the South Atlantic, raising concerns about satellite failures and radiation exposure.

Sunbed Ban Debate: Health Freedom vs Government Control

As calls grow to ban sunbeds over cancer concerns, a deeper question emerges about how far the state should go in protecting us from ourselves. This healthcare dilemma pits personal freedom against public health priorities.

UK explores controversial sun-blocking geoengineering

Exclusive: The UK government is quietly investigating controversial solar radiation management technologies, including stratospheric aerosol injection, as a potential emergency response to climate change, the Independent can reveal.

AI Expert: 'We Are Building God' Without Safety Measures

A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.

Mel Gibson Brands RFK Jr 'Human Microwave' in Bizarre Claim

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been branded with the bizarre new moniker 'Human Microwave' by actor Mel Gibson, who claims the presidential candidate emits radiation that interferes with electronics. The extraordinary claims add to Kennedy's history of controv

20 Mins Daily Exercise Slashes Early Death Risk

Groundbreaking research from the University of Cambridge shows that a small amount of daily physical activity can significantly reduce mortality risk, even for those with sedentary lifestyles.

Weight Loss Jab Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%

A groundbreaking UK study reveals the diabetes drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) isn't just for weight loss—it dramatically cuts the risk of heart attacks and strokes, heralding a new era in preventative medicine.

Toddler's CT scan overdose leads to £13.5m settlement

A Minnesota family has been awarded $16.7 million after their toddler suffered permanent brain damage from a CT scan that administered a radiation overdose 60 times the normal level at a Minneapolis children's hospital.

Ageing Nuclear Plant Sparks Major European Safety Fears

Urgent warnings have been issued about the deteriorating Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, with experts fearing a catastrophic meltdown that could devastate Europe. Safety systems are failing amid ongoing conflict, creating a potential disaster

Sunscreen vs. Sun: Which is riskier?

New research sparks debate on whether sunscreen chemicals or UV radiation present a bigger threat to public health. Experts weigh in on the latest findings.

Page 2 of 4