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Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies

Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats: The impact on breastfeeding safety and infant/young child feeding

CBRN emergencies are among the most alarming threats facing the world today. In modern warfare, there is increased risk of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons exposure and of nuclear emergencies due to damage to nuclear power plants. Most international agencies have action guidelines for the general population, but an urgent gap exists in […]

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Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Guidelines: Preparedness, Response and Recovery

The IFRC produced these guidelines following the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident to help National Societies prepare for, respond to and recover from nuclear and radiological emergencies. This document will assist National Societies in their efforts to address the risks of nuclear and radiological technologies, to enable the safety and security of staff

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The Red Book: A guidance document for medical teams responding to health emergencies in armed conflicts and other insecure environments

This publication, also referred to as the “Red Book”, offers a guidance framework and introduces additional verification requirements for medical teams preparing for or involved in responding to health emergencies in armed conflict and other insecure environments.

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CHARP Reports Archive

The CHARP programme was one of the longest lasting humanitarian support programmes of the IFRC and National societies to address the consequences of the Nuclear accident in Chernobyl in 1986. Over the years the different operational reports and evaluations provide evidence of the impact of RCRC operations to support the communities.

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