Affiliation:
1. NV5 Dade Moeller, Frederick, MD
2. 1564 McDaniel Dr., West Chester, PA 19380
Abstract
Abstract
As the basis of radiation safety practice and regulations worldwide, the linear no-threshold (LNT) hypothesis exerts enormous influence throughout society. This includes our judicial system, where frivolous lawsuits are filed alleging radiation-induced health effects caused by negligent companies who subject unwitting victims to enormous financial and physical harm. Typically, despite the lack of any supporting scientific basis, these cases result in enormous costs to organizations, insurance companies, and consumers.
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
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