Saori Nonaka, Masaaki Odaka, Akemi Takada, Yuki Senoo, Toyoaki Sawano, Akihiko Ozaki, Michio Murakami, Makoto Yoshida, Yuna Uchi, Katsuko Onoda, Tomoyoshi Oikawa, Masaharu Tsubokura
Radiation disasters pose distinctive medical challenges, requiring diverse care approaches. Beyond radiation exposure assessment, addressing health impacts due to lifestyle changes, especially among vulnerable populations, is vital. Evacuation orders issued in radiation-affected areas introduce unique healthcare dynamics, with their duration significantly influencing the recovery process. Understanding evolving patient demographics and medical needs after lifting evacuation orders is crucial for post-disaster care planning...
May 3, 2024: Medicine (Baltimore)