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This book assesses strategies for the distribution and administration of potassium iodide (KI) in the event of a nuclear incident. Potassium iodide can prevent thyroid cancer caused by exposure to radioactive iodine that could be released in such anMoreThis book assesses strategies for the distribution and administration of potassium iodide (KI) in the event of a nuclear incident. Potassium iodide can prevent thyroid cancer caused by exposure to radioactive iodine that could be released in such an event. The report says that potassium iodide pills should be available to everyone age 40 or younger -- especially children and pregnant and lactating women -- living near a nuclear power plant. State and municipalities should decide how to stockpile, distribute, and administer potassium iodide tablets, and federal agencies should keep a backup supply and be prepared to distribute it to affected areas. Distribution and Administration of Potassium Iodide in the Event of a Nuclear Incident by National Research Committee to Assess the Distribution and Administration of Potassium Iodide in the
