The Nevada Test Site carries a legacy that has shaped the lives of countless families across generations. Established during the height of Cold War tensions, the site witnessed hundreds of nuclear weapons tests from 1951 to 1992. While these tests were conducted to ensure national security, they came at a cost. Families living in
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Radiation Exposure: What You Need to Know About Its Effects on Health
Radiation exposure has been a significant concern for downwinders—individuals who lived in areas exposed to radioactive fallout from U.S. nuclear testing in the 1950s and 1960s. Radiation, though invisible, can have profound effects on human health, ranging from mild cellular damage to severe illnesses like cancer. If you or your family has been affected by
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For years, the Nevada Test Site has been shrouded in mystery and controversy. Its legacy continues to affect many lives today, especially those who lived downwind of this nuclear test site during the 1950s and early 1960s. Here, we aim to shed light on these impacts, focusing on the health challenges faced by Downwinders® and
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