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Preconception and prenatal radiation exposure : health effects and protective guidance

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21812
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2013.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2013
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP report 174
Ebrary books
Subjects
Embryonic Structures - radiation effects
Prenatal Injuries
Pregnancy - radiation effects
Maternal Exposures
Risk Factors
ISBN
9780983545040
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Review of Safety Code 6 (2013) : Health Canada's safety limits for exposure to radiofrequency fields

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21513
Demers, Paul. [Ottawa, ON]: Royal Society of Canada , 2014.
Audience
Professional
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Alternate Title
Royal Society of Canada Expert Panel : a review of Safety Code 6 (2013) : Health Canada's safety limits for exposure to radiofrequency fields
Expert Panel Report on A Review of Safety Code 6 (2013)
Author
Demers, Paul
Place of Publication
[Ottawa, ON]
Publisher
Royal Society of Canada
Publication Date
2014
Subjects
Electromagnetic Fields - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure
Health Status Indicators
Radiation Protection - standards
Neoplasms, Radiation Induced - epidemiology
Occupational Exposure
Radio Waves - adverse effects
Risk Assessment
ISBN
9781928140009
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Cancer in the family : take control of your genetic inheritance

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114763
Ross, Theodora. New York, NY: Avery , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ210 R826 2016
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Ross, Theodora
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Avery
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xv, 286 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genes, BRCA1
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Testing
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781101982839
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ210 R826 2016
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Some non-heterocyclic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and some related exposures

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18163
International Agency for Research on Cancer, World Health Organization. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2010.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2010 v.92
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
World Health Organization
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
viii, 853 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 92
Subjects
Carcinogens
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Neoplasms - etiology
Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic - toxicity
Risk Assessment - methods
DNA Adducts
Environmental Exposure
Occupational Exposure
ISBN
9789283212928
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2010 v.92
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Delineating organs at risk in radiation therapy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122944
Ausili Cèfaro, Giampiero, Genovesi, Domenico, Perez, Carlos A. Milan: Springer-Verlag Italia , 2013.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN250 A932 2013
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Defining organs at risk is a crucial task for radiation oncologists when aiming to optimize the benefit of radiation therapy, with delivery of the maximum dose to the tumor volume while sparing healthy tissues. This book will prove an invaluable guide to the delineation of organs at risk of toxicit…
Author
Ausili Cèfaro, Giampiero
Genovesi, Domenico
Perez, Carlos A.
Place of Publication
Milan
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Italia
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xi, 152 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm
Subjects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Neoplasms, Radiation Induced
Organs at Risk - radiation effects
Organs at Risk - physiopathology
Patient Safety
Anatomy
Abstract
Defining organs at risk is a crucial task for radiation oncologists when aiming to optimize the benefit of radiation therapy, with delivery of the maximum dose to the tumor volume while sparing healthy tissues. This book will prove an invaluable guide to the delineation of organs at risk of toxicity in patients undergoing radiotherapy. The first and second sections address the anatomy of organs at risk, discuss the pathophysiology of radiation-induced damage, and present dose constraints and methods for target volume delineation. The third section is devoted to the radiological anatomy of organs at risk as seen on typical radiotherapy planning CT scans, with a view to assisting the radiation oncologist to recognize and delineate these organs for each anatomical region head and neck, mediastinum, abdomen, and pelvis. The book is intended both for young radiation oncologists still in training and for their senior colleagues wishing to reduce intra-institutional variations in practice and thereby to standardize the definition of clinical target volumes.- Back cover
ISBN
9788847058521
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Library
Call Number
WN250 A932 2013

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Acute side effects of radiation therapy : a guide to management

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121012
Sourati, Ainaz, Ameri, Ahmad, Malekzadeh, Mona. Cham, Switzerland: Springer , 2017.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN610 S724 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Table of Contents:; 1. Radiation Dermatitis -- 2. Hair Loss -- 3. Radiation Brain Injury -- 4. Radiation Orbital Toxicity -- 5. Ear Toxicity -- 6. Oral Mucositis -- 7. Xerostomia -- 8. Loss of Taste -- 9. Laryngeal Edema -- 10. Radiation Pneumonitis -- 11. Pericarditis -- 12. Esophagitis -- 13. Ra…
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Author
Sourati, Ainaz
Ameri, Ahmad
Malekzadeh, Mona
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xvi, 217 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Radiation Exposure - adverse effects
Radiation Exposure - prevention & control
Abstract
Table of Contents:
1. Radiation Dermatitis -- 2. Hair Loss -- 3. Radiation Brain Injury -- 4. Radiation Orbital Toxicity -- 5. Ear Toxicity -- 6. Oral Mucositis -- 7. Xerostomia -- 8. Loss of Taste -- 9. Laryngeal Edema -- 10. Radiation Pneumonitis -- 11. Pericarditis -- 12. Esophagitis -- 13. Radiation Gastritis -- 14. Radiation-Induced Liver Disease -- 15. Enteritis -- 16. Radiation Cystitis -- 17. Radiation Proctitis -- 18. Fatigue -- 19. Hematological Side Effects -- 20. Radiation-Induced Nausea and Vomiting (RINV)
ISBN
9783319559490
9783319559506
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Internet
Call Number
WN610 S724 2017
Website Notes
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Non-ionizing radiation, Pt. 2 : radiofrequency electromagnetic fields

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21514
International Agency for Research on Cancer. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2013.
Audience
Professional
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans, which met in Lyon, 24-31 May 2011
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2013
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 102
Subjects
Electromagnetic Fields - adverse effects
Neoplasms - etiology
Radiation, Nonionizing
Radio Waves - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Neoplasms, Radiation-Induced
Risk Assessment
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans, which met in Lyon, 24-31 May 2011
ISBN
9789283213253
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Health effects of low doses of radiation : perspectives on integrating radiation biology and epidemiology

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121020
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2015.
Audience
Professional
Table of Contents:; Cover -- Preface -- Contents -- Executive Summary -- 1. Introduction -- 1.1 Low Doses and Low Dose Rates -- 1.2 Use of Radiation Biology Data to Reduce the Uncertainty in Risk Estimates -- 2. General Approaches to Risk Assessment -- 2.1 Risk Assessment Process and Associated Unc…
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
1 online resource
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP commentary 24
Subjects
Radiation Exposure - adverse effects
Radiation, Ionizing
Radiation Dosage
Abstract
Table of Contents:
Cover -- Preface -- Contents -- Executive Summary -- 1. Introduction -- 1.1 Low Doses and Low Dose Rates -- 1.2 Use of Radiation Biology Data to Reduce the Uncertainty in Risk Estimates -- 2. General Approaches to Risk Assessment -- 2.1 Risk Assessment Process and Associated Uncertainties -- 2.2 Modeling Uncertainties: Dosimetric, Epidemiologic and Biological -- 2.3 Transfer of Risk Between Populations of Different Countries -- 2.4 Extrapolating Low-Dose Effects from In Vitro to In Vivo -- Animal to Human -- 3. Studies Integrating Biology and Epidemiology -- 3.1 Epidemiologic Studies Focused on Cancer Outcomes -- 3.1.1 Chromosome Aberration Studies -- 3.1.2 Atomic-Bomb Survivors -- 3.1.3 Pelvic Irradiation Studies -- 3.1.4 Occupational Studies -- 3.1.5 Environmental Background Studies -- 3.1.6 Transgenerational Studies -- 3.1.7 Gene and Radiation Interaction: The Women's Environmental Cancer and Radiation Epidemiology Study -- 3.1.8 Retinoblastoma -- 3.2 Epidemiologic Studies Focused on Noncancer Outcomes -- 4. Bioindicators from Radiation Biology Studies -- 4.1 DNA Damage and Repair -- 4.2 Signaling of DNA Damage at Low Doses -- 4.3 Chromosome Alterations -- 4.4 Mutations -- 4.5 Radiation-Induced Genomic Instability -- 4.6 Modulators of Response -- 4.6.1 Adaptive Responses -- 4.6.2 Bystander Effects -- 4.6.3 Genetic Susceptibility and Interactions with Radiation -- 4.6.4 Interactions with Environmental and Lifestyle Factors -- 5. Closing the Gaps Towards an Integrated Approach -- 5.1 Targeted Research to Identify Adverse Outcome Pathways and Bioindicators of Response -- 5.2 Biologically Based Modeling -- 5.2.1 Biologically Based Dose-Response Approach -- 5.2.2 Systems Biology -- 5.3 Registries of Medical-Imaging Exposures Linked to Outcomes and Biological Materials -- 5.4 Facilities and Interdisciplinary Training -- 5.4.1 Facilities
5.4.2 Interdisciplinary Training -- Abbreviations and Acronyms -- Glossary -- References -- Scientific Committee Members -- NCRP Commentaries
ISBN
9780983545071
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Waiting for cancer to come : women's experiences with genetic testing and medical decision making for breast and ovarian cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120171
Hesse-Biber, Sharlene. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Author
Hesse-Biber, Sharlene
Place of Publication
Ann Arbor, MI
Publisher
University of Michigan Press
Publication Date
2014
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Genetic Testing
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Decision Making
Women's Health
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Ovarian Neoplasms - psychology
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780472052196
9780472120352
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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Adaptive oncogenesis : a new understanding of how cancer evolves inside us

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121345
DeGregori, James. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press , 2018.
Audience
Professional
Table of contents:; The evolution of lifespans and disease avoidance -- Understanding evolution at organismal and somatic levels -- The evolution of multicellularity and tumor suppression -- Mechanisms of tumor suppression -- Dominant views on the mechanisms of oncogenesis -- Adaptive oncogenesis -…
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Author
DeGregori, James
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Publication Date
2018
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Carcinogenesis
Neoplastic Processes
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - genetics
Abstract
Table of contents:
The evolution of lifespans and disease avoidance -- Understanding evolution at organismal and somatic levels -- The evolution of multicellularity and tumor suppression -- Mechanisms of tumor suppression -- Dominant views on the mechanisms of oncogenesis -- Adaptive oncogenesis -- Limiting somatic evolution in youth -- Changing adaptive landscapes with aging -- Changing adaptive landscapes with carcinogenic exposures -- Tissue architecture and tumor suppression -- Peto?s paradox -- Prolonging tissue maintenance to delay aging and cancer -- Understanding clinical data from an evolutionary perspective -- The causes of cancer in early childhood -- Evolution-informed strategies to combat cancer -- A new framework for understanding and controlling cancer.
ISBN
9780674545397
9780674985964
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Radiation dose reconstruction : principles and practices

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20829
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2010.
Audience
Professional
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2010
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP report 163
Ebrary books
Subjects
Radiation Monitoring - methods
Radiation Dosage
Environmental Exposure - standards
Radiometry - methods
ISBN
9780982384312
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Radiation safety orientation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20539
BC Cancer Agency. Sindi Ahluwalia Hawkins Centre for the Southern Interior. Kelowna, BC: BC Cancer Agency , 2012.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN650 B862r 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Sindi Ahluwalia Hawkins Centre for the Southern Interior
Place of Publication
Kelowna, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2012
Subjects
Safety - standards
Occupational Exposure - prevention & control
Radiation Injuries - prevention & control
BC Cancer Agency
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Call Number
WN650 B862r 2012

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Uncertainties in the estimation of radiation risks and probabilty of disease causation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20837
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2012.
Audience
Professional
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2012
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP report 171
Ebrary books
Subjects
Radiation Dosage
Radiation, Ionizing
Risk Assessment
Epidemiologic Studies
Radiation Effects
ISBN
9780983545019
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Daughter of family G : a memoir of cancer genes, love and fate

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123800
McKay, Ami. Toronto, ON: Alfred A. Knopf Canada , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ210 M478 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
McKay, Ami
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf Canada
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xvii, 299 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Lynch Syndrome II
Genetic Testing
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780345809469
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ210 M478 2019

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Sources and effects of ionizing radiation : United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation : UNSCEAR 2008 report : volume II : effects, scientific annexes C, D and E

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20097
United Nations. Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation. New York, NY: United Nations Publications , 2011.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN105 U58 2011 v.2
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
UNSCEAR 2008 report
Volume 2: Sources and effects of ionizing radiation
Corporate Author
United Nations. Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
United Nations Publications
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
v, 313 p. : ill. ; 30 cm.
Subjects
Radiation Injuries
Radiation, Ionizing
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - statistics & numerical data
Radiation Effects
Radioactive Hazard Release
Chernobyl Nuclear Accident
Statistics
ISBN
9789211422801
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WN105 U58 2011 v.2
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Sources and effects of ionizing radiation : United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation : UNSCEAR 2008 report to the General Assembly, with scientific annexes

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19365
United Nations. Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation. New York, NY: United Nations Publications , 2010.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN105 U58 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
v.1: Sources : report of the United Nations Scientific Committee on the effects of atomic radiation to the General Assembly; Scientifc Annexes: Annex A: Medical radiation exposures; Annex B: Exposures of the public and workers from various sources of radiation
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Alternate Title
UNSCEAR 2008 report
Volume 1: Sources : report to the General Assembly Scientific Annexes A and B
Corporate Author
United Nations. Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
United Nations Publications
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
v, 463 p. : ill. ; 30 cm.
Subjects
Radiation Injuries
Radiation, Ionizing
Environmental Exposure - statistics & numerical data
Statistics
Abstract
v.1: Sources : report of the United Nations Scientific Committee on the effects of atomic radiation to the General Assembly
Scientifc Annexes: Annex A: Medical radiation exposures
Annex B: Exposures of the public and workers from various sources of radiation
ISBN
9789211422740 (v.1)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WN105 U58 2010
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Radiation safety aspects of nanotechnology : recommendations of the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121019
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2017.
Audience
Professional
Table of Contents:; 1. Executive Summary -- 1.1 Background -- 1.2 Scope -- 1.3 Conclusions and Recommendations -- 1.3.1 General -- 1.3.2 Operational Health Physics -- 1.3.3 Internal Dosimetry -- 1.3.4 Summary -- 2. Introduction -- 2.1 Background -- 2.2 Purpose -- 3. Types and Sources of Nanomateria…
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Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
1 online resource
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP report 176
Subjects
Nanoparticles
Radiation Exposure - adverse effects
Radiation Protection - methods
Radiometry
Safety Management - methods
Nanotechnology - standards
United States
Guideline
Abstract
Table of Contents:
1. Executive Summary -- 1.1 Background -- 1.2 Scope -- 1.3 Conclusions and Recommendations -- 1.3.1 General -- 1.3.2 Operational Health Physics -- 1.3.3 Internal Dosimetry -- 1.3.4 Summary -- 2. Introduction -- 2.1 Background -- 2.2 Purpose -- 3. Types and Sources of Nanomaterials Including Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 Naturally Occurring and Incidentally Produced Nanomaterials -- 3.3 Radiation-Induced Synthesis of Nanomaterials -- 3.4 Radioactive Nanomaterials -- 3.4.1 Naturally Occurring Radioactive Nanomaterials -- 3.4.2 Incidentally Produced Radioactive Nanomaterials -- 3.4.3 Radiolabeled Nanomaterials -- 4. Physicochemical Concerns for Exposure to Nanoparticles -- 4.1 Nanoparticle Physicochemical Properties -- 4.1.1 Deposition Within the Respiratory Tract -- 4.1.2 Translocation Across Organ Membranes -- 4.1.3 Surface Area and Reactivity in Biological Systems -- 4.1.4 Particle Shape -- 4.1.5 Particle Agglomeration -- 4.1.6 Material Dispersibility -- 4.1.7 Material Surface Charge -- 4.2 Nanoparticle Exposure Experiences Involving Humans -- 4.2.1 Magic Nano Event -- 4.2.2 Event in China -- 4.2.3 Nickel Sensitization Case -- 4.2.4 Polymer and Metal Fume Experience -- 4.3 Guidance on Managing Physicochemical Concerns for Exposure to Nanoparticles -- 5. Operational Health Physics in a Nanotechnology Environment -- 5.1 Introduction -- 5.1.1 Attention to the Physicochemical Toxicity of Radioactive Nanomaterials -- 5.1.2 Changes that May be Needed for Internal Dosimetry -- 5.1.3 Changes that May be Needed for Dispersion of Airborne Particles -- 5.1.4 Summary of Radiation Program Elements Applicable to Working with Radioactive Nanomaterials -- 5.2 Hierarchy of Exposure Controls for Facility and Process Design -- 5.2.1 Elimination and Substitution -- 5.2.2 Engineered Controls
5.2.3 Administrative Controls -- 5.2.4 Personal Protective Equipment -- 5.3 Use of Radioactive Nanomaterials in Medical Settings -- 5.4 Management and Disposal of Radioactive Nanomaterial Waste -- 5.5 Control of Public Exposure -- 5.6 Emergency Response -- 5.7 Incident Investigation -- 5.8 Effective Risk Communication -- 6. Nanoparticle Issues for Internal Radiation Dosimetry -- 6.1 Framework for Considering Radioactive Nanoparticle Internal Dosimetry -- 6.2 General Approach to Biokinetic Modeling for Intakes of Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.3 Radiation Dosimetry of Inhaled Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.3.1 Deposition of Inhaled Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.3.2 Clearance of Inhaled Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.3.3 Respiratory Tract Dosimetry for Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.4 Radiation Dosimetry of Ingested Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.5 Radiation Dosimetry of Radioactive Nanoparticles for Intact Skin -- 6.6 Radiation Dosimetry of Radioactive Nanoparticles in Wounds -- 6.7 Biokinetics of Nanoparticles that Affect Internal Dosimetry -- 6.7.1 Regional Deposition of Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.7.2 Biokinetic Characteristics of Inhaled Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 6.7.3 Biokinetics Example: Monomeric and Polymeric Plutonium -- 7. Dose Assessment and Medical Management for Individuals Exposed to Radioactive Nanoparticles -- 7.1 Approaches for Dose Assessment -- 7.2 Occupational Exposure and Dose Assessment Scenario: Plutonium Processing Facility -- 7.3 Impact of Radioactive Nanoparticles on Dose Assessment -- 7.4 Impact of Radioactive Nanoparticles on Medical Management Decisions -- 8. Conclusions and Recommendations -- 8.1 Hazard and Exposure Assessment -- 8.1.1 Conclusions -- 8.1.2 Recommendations -- 8.2 Operational Health Physics -- 8.2.1 Conclusions -- 8.2.2 Recommendations -- 8.3 Nanoparticle Issues for Radiation Dosimetry
8.3.1 Conclusions -- 8.3.2 Recommendations -- 8.4 Dose Assessment and Medical Management -- 8.4.1 Conclusions -- 8.4.2 Recommendations -- Appendix A. Radiolabeled Nanoparticles -- A.1 Use of Radionuclides to Characterize and Quantitate Nanoparticle Contents -- A.2 Radiolabeled Nanoparticles for Biokinetic and Toxicologic Investigations -- A.3 Radiolabeled Nanoparticles for Diagnostic Medicine -- A.4 Radiolabeled Nanoparticles for Medical Imaging -- A.5 Radiolabeled Nanoparticles for Therapeutic Medicine -- A.6 Use of Radiation-Induced Emissions and Hyperthermal Effects from Nanoparticles in Therapeutic Medicine -- Appendix B. Biokinetic Models -- B.1 Fate of Nanoparticles in the Lungs -- B.2 Particle Clearance and Translocation Pathways -- B.3 Exposure and Biokinetics of Ingested Nanoparticles -- B.4 Human and Animal Studies Using Radioactive Nanoparticles -- Appendix C. Key Concepts for Understanding Nanoparticle Aerosol Properties and Behaviors -- C.1 Introduction -- C.2 A Range of Mechanisms Influence Particle Motion and Collection -- C.3 Behavior of Airborne Nanoparticles is Dominated by Brownian Diffusion -- C.4 Particle Volume Equivalent Diameter, Thermodynamic Diameter, and Aerodynamic Equivalent Diameter are Related -- C.5 Particle Size Distributions are Frequently Lognormal -- C.6 Nanoparticles Dominate the Count Distribution -- C.7 Nanoparticles Exist to Some Extent in the Majority of Occupational Aerosols -- C.8 Smaller Particles have a Greater Fraction of Their Atoms at the Particle Surface -- C.9 Number Concentrations of Concern Depend on the Material of Concern -- C.10 Realistic Airborne Particle Number Concentrations can be Limited by Coagulation -- C.11 Smaller Particles are More Difficult to Dislodge from Surfaces than Larger Particles -- Abbreviations, Acronyms and Symbols -- Glossary -- References -- Scientific Committee and Staff
The NCRP -- Officers -- Members -- Distinguished Emeritus Members -- Lauriston S. Taylor Lectures -- Warren K. Sinclair Keynote Addresses -- Thomas S. Tenforde Topical Lectures -- NCRP Publications -- NCRP Reports -- NCRP Commentaries -- Proceedings of the Annual Meeting -- Lauriston S. Taylor Lectures -- Warren K. Sinclair Keynote Addresses -- Thomas S. Tenforde Topical Lectures -- Symposium Proceedings -- NCRP Statements -- Other Documents
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Reduce your cancer risk : twelve steps to a healthier life

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Boughton, Barbara, Stefanek, Michael. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2010.
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Patient or Public
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QZ200 B758 2010
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Twelve steps to a healthier life : reduce your cancer risk : the most up-to-date information on personal risk assessment, life style changes, preventive health strategies, genetic counseling, preventive anti-cancer medications, latest cutting-edge research
Author
Boughton, Barbara
Stefanek, Michael
Editor
Gansler, Ted
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xxviii, 256 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Risk Factors
Risk Assessment
Life Change Events
Genetic Counseling
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9781932603927
1932603921
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English
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International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Identification of Carcinogenic Hazards to Humanss. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2018.
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The IARC Monographs identify environmental factors that are carcinogenic hazards to humans. These include chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors. National health agencies can use this information as scientific support for their…
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International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Identification of Carcinogenic Hazards to Humanss
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Lyon, France
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International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2018
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 120
Subjects
Benzene - toxicity
Occupational Exposure - adverse effects
Carcinogens
Risk Factors
Abstract
The IARC Monographs identify environmental factors that are carcinogenic hazards to humans. These include chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors. National health agencies can use this information as scientific support for their actions to prevent exposure to potential carcinogens. - Website
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9789283201588
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Stark, Lizzie. Chicago, IL: Chicago Review Press , 2014.
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Stark, Lizzie
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Chicago, IL
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2014
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324 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - history
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Mastectomy - history
Genetic Screening
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Personal Narratives
Autobiography
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9781613748602
1613748604
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Book
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