A proposed study could help determine if there is a link between
living near U.S. nuclear facilities and having a higher risk of
cancer, but challenges and limitations exist, says a new report from
the National Research Council. To evaluate the feasibility of such a
study, the report recommends that a pilot study of seven nuclear
facilities be completed first, although the ultimate decision about
whether to perform either would be the responsibility of the U.S.
Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Please continue reading at:
http://www.nationalacademies.org/morenews/20120329.html
living near U.S. nuclear facilities and having a higher risk of
cancer, but challenges and limitations exist, says a new report from
the National Research Council. To evaluate the feasibility of such a
study, the report recommends that a pilot study of seven nuclear
facilities be completed first, although the ultimate decision about
whether to perform either would be the responsibility of the U.S.
Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Please continue reading at:
http://www.nationalacademies.org/morenews/20120329.html
