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are invisible areas of energy often referred to as radiation. EMF can be emitted from devices, like your cell phone, computer, wireless headphones, and the fridge, and even your WiFi router.

If lost or not properly controlled, disused sealed sources can be a threat to human health and the environment. Exposure to large doses of radiation from an unshielded high-activity source can be ...