8 Health Effects from the Fukushima Disaster

It has been several years now since the shocking events of earthquake and tsunami did such damage to the Fukushima nuclear power plant spilled untold gallons of radioactive waste into the water and atmosphere. Even years later, the fallout from this disaster persists in the form of the multiple health issues which those who live near the plant have suffered, including those discussed below.

Skin Contamination
Exposure of the skin to chemicals and radioactive material in the wake of a nuclear disaster like Fukushima is common. What makes this situation worse is that decontamination agents can be in short supply after an …read more