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Iodine pills were dispensed in schools in the 1950s as a precautionary measure against potential radiation exposure from nuclear fallout in the event of a nuclear attack or accident. Iodine is essential for the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones, and taking iodine pills can help protect the thyroid from absorbing radioactive iodine. This measure was part of civil defense strategies during the Cold War to mitigate the health risks associated with radiation exposure.
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What do iodine pills do for the body?
Iodine pills help to prevent iodine deficiency, which can lead to thyroid problems such as goiter. The pills provide a source of iodine, an essential mineral that is important for thyroid function and overall health.
How harmful is radioactive iodine?
It possesses a particularly significant risk because it is absorbed rapidly by the thyroid gland and held there. That's why it is recommended that those who may be exposed to radioactivity in the air to pre-dose themselves with iodine pills: the non-radioactive iodine is absorbed by the thyroid gland, which does not absorb radioactive iodine when it comes along.
Is iodine in nuclear bombs?
No. However one of the fission products produced is Iodine-131 and it appears in the fallout. Iodine-131 is a dangerous beta and gamma emitter with a halflife of 8.05 days, it concentrates in the thyroid gland and can selectively kill it or cause cancers in it. Fortunately the halflife is only just over a week, because it then practically disappears in about 5 to 6 weeks. This allows Iodine-131 contaminated food and drink (e.g. fresh milk) to be stored and then safely used when the Iodine-131 has decayed. This also makes it possible to protect the thyroid gland by saturating it with ordinary Iodine (usually as potassium iodide pills) until the Iodine-131 has decayed.
Can you still have your period if you do not take the sugar pills?
Yes, you will still have your period if you don't take the sugar pills. The pills have no effect on your cycle. They are like a place holder to keep you in the habbit of taking your pills at the same time every day.
Can you start a new pack of birth control when youre in the middle of the sugar pills to stop your period?
it is not advised. you should finish all the pills at the alotted time and then you can start your new pack, if you are still on your period and the sugar pills are completed you can still move onto the next pack.
What do iodine pills do for the body?
Iodine pills help to prevent iodine deficiency, which can lead to thyroid problems such as goiter. The pills provide a source of iodine, an essential mineral that is important for thyroid function and overall health.
How is an automatic pill dispenser used?
The automated pill dispenser is easy to use. The pills for each time of day are placed in special compartments. When it is time to take the pills, the exact amount of pills required is dispensed.
Can you sue somebody for supplying pills to suicide victim?
Anyone can sue anybody for anything. But, not enough information is disclosed in the question. WHAT kind of pills? Dispensed by WHO? Under WHAT circumstances? Over WHAT period of time? Can it be proven that the dispensor knew what the ultimate intended use of the pills was?
How effective are iodine pills for radiation exposure and how should they be used in case of a nuclear emergency?
Iodine pills are effective in protecting the thyroid gland from absorbing radioactive iodine during a nuclear emergency. They should be taken as directed by authorities only when instructed, as a preventive measure before or shortly after exposure to radiation. It is important to follow dosage instructions carefully to avoid potential side effects.
Can you use Povidone-iodine 10 percent liquid instead of potassium iodide pills for radiation exposure and i f so how and how much?
No you can not. Drinking betadine will make you sick.
How can you protect water?
Water is essential to life. Making sure that the water we use to cook, drink and even bathe with needs to be as toxin free (and nuclear radiation poisoning free) as possible. You can forget about Brita for radiation in these situations. Brita water filters only remove large particles and the "smell" of chlorine, not the actual chlorine, radiation or any other pathogen. You need Reverse Osmosis, Distillation and some water purification tablets. In emergency situations there some things you can do to help make sure that the water you are drinking is as safe as possible. The most common thing most people think about is iodine tablets or iodine pills. Potassium Iodine, which is what these pills or tablets are made of, (as well as iodized table salt) is not a good solution at all. Nascent Iodine is the recommended form of iodine.
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How harmful is radioactive iodine?
It possesses a particularly significant risk because it is absorbed rapidly by the thyroid gland and held there. That's why it is recommended that those who may be exposed to radioactivity in the air to pre-dose themselves with iodine pills: the non-radioactive iodine is absorbed by the thyroid gland, which does not absorb radioactive iodine when it comes along.
Is iodine in nuclear bombs?
No. However one of the fission products produced is Iodine-131 and it appears in the fallout. Iodine-131 is a dangerous beta and gamma emitter with a halflife of 8.05 days, it concentrates in the thyroid gland and can selectively kill it or cause cancers in it. Fortunately the halflife is only just over a week, because it then practically disappears in about 5 to 6 weeks. This allows Iodine-131 contaminated food and drink (e.g. fresh milk) to be stored and then safely used when the Iodine-131 has decayed. This also makes it possible to protect the thyroid gland by saturating it with ordinary Iodine (usually as potassium iodide pills) until the Iodine-131 has decayed.
When reactor 4 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Station in Ukraine exploded on April 26 1986 isotopes spread through the air what glands would they affect?
The biggest concern among Ukrainians is radioactivity's effect on the thyroid gland. Many people still eat foods rich in Iodine as a prophylactic measure, or take iodine pills.
Why iodine and iron are important to us?
Iodine is found in some foods, it is a mineral which is needed for the thryoid gland to produce hormone's and to function properly, example our bones as we grow, gaining or losing weight. Some people, when their thyroid gland stops functioning man made iodine is used. This gland is found in your neck, you likely have heard of thryoid disease or graves disease. Iodine is used to treat this disease. The most common medication (iodine) is synthroid. Iron or low iron is a deficiency in most cases, iron pills correct what causes different forms of anemia, usually attacking red blood cells. Iron pills are used to helps a person bring their red and white blood count up to normal levels. Your red blood cells are a big part of your immune system. If you are taking iron pills, please keep taking them as you doctor precribed. Because this can lead to serious problems with anemia, and blood disorders or diseases. I have left out a lot of medical terms, please ask. Usually thyroid disease and anemia are common together. I know this from having thyroid and a rare form of anemia.
Can someone survive without their thyroid gland?
Yes it is very possible to survive without a thyroid gland. After the surgerical removal of the thyroid, say abt 4-6weeks after, the patient is given a pill of radioactive iodine. After this, the patient would be on iodine pills for life so as to aid the production of the thyroid hormone which no humna can survive without. I hope Ive been able to answer your question.
