Japan government: Radiation level is too low to affect children's health immediately

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Japanese parents live with radiation fear
By Shingo Ito (AFP) – 2 days ago

<snip>Since the crisis started on March 11, authorities have raised the exposure limit for children to that used for atomic plant workers in many countries but have sought to reassure families their children are safe.

Fears were fuelled when a recent test showed small amounts of radioactive substances in the urine samples of all of the 10 children surveyed.

Japan's central government downplayed the concern, with the education and science minister, Yoshiaki Takagi, stating that the level was too low to affect children's health immediately.

Many doctors have also advised parents in Fukushima not to overreact if their children suffer symptoms such as bleeding or diarrhoea, saying they are unlikely to be related to radiation under current exposure levels.

[WhiteTara]

1. Next week however

you are going to be in a deep deep well of trouble. But, don't worry, you're fine this week.

[AndyTiedye]

2. Even the 10 Sieverts they found Won't Kill You Immediately

It takes a few days. Doesn't sound like a very pleasant way to go, either.

[subterranean]

3. That's great, but

most people are concerned about their health, and their children's health, beyond just the immediate future. And on that point the Japanese government is silent.

[Gin]

4. the machines can't record the radiation because it's so high

but for the kids safety it's low....?????