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Optical radiation UV protection also necessary in spring

UV protection is an important topic in spring – even if sun protection is not on many people's minds at the astronomical start of the season (20 March). Even at this stage of the year, however, UV radiation can be so intense in Germany that protective measures are required, as the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) is keen to point out.

more2024.03.20
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German Council of Science and Humanities: Further strengthening the research and scientific expertise of the BfS

Through its research, the implementation of statutory tasks, and science-based policy advice and communication, the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) performs valuable work for the radiation protection of the population. This is emphasised by the German Council of Science and Humanities in its recently published assessment of the authority.

more2024.01.29
Probe for measuring the local dose rate (Ortsdosisleistung/ODL)

Ionising radiation Measurement creates trust

Start of comprehensive radiation measurements 50 years ago

more2024.01.09
The map does not provide any information about single buildings. What indoor radon concentrations actually occur in buildings, can only be clarified by measurements.

Ionising radiation New map shows radon situation in homes

The radioactive gas radon: you can't see it, smell it, or taste it. It is present in small quantities in every building. Elevated radon levels pose a serious health risk because this indoor pollutant is one of the most common causes of lung cancer after smoking. A new map from the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) shows the average radon concentration to which people are estimated to be exposed in their homes.

more2023.12.12
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Ionising radiation Children and pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid Brazil nuts

Apples, nuts, and almonds are traditional gifts for the Christmas season. However, if you want to give children something healthy to snack on at Christmastime, you should avoid Brazil nuts. This is because Brazil nuts can contain unusually high amounts of radioactive radium – a special case compared with other types of nuts, especially domestic ones. According to the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS), these nuts are therefore also not a good choice for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

more2023.11.28

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