Radioactive Contamination and Your Risk

In 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck Japan near one of the country's nuclear power plants. In the days that followed, radioactive material leaked into the air and water, contaminating those who came in contact with it. This is not the first time in history that this type of event has occurred. Reader's take an in-depth look at the incredibly disgusting issue of radioactive contamination and more importantly, how further damage can be avoided.