Imagine living in the shadow of a nuclear test site or near a nuclear accident area – this is the reality for downwinders, who face an increased risk of cancer due to their proximity to sources of harmful radiation. In this article, we will delve into the various aspects of radiation exposure, from understanding its
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Downwinders’ Advocacy for Regular Cancer Tests
A downwinder is someone who has been or is thought to have been exposed to radiation during and after nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site in the 50s and 60s. The radioactive material released from these tests is called “fallout” and it was carried by the wind hundreds of miles from the testing site.
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