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We are publishing press releases and news articles on topical radiation and nuclear safety issues on this section of our website.

Press releases

Radioactive radon is a problem affecting human health in the Nordic countries. A recent report provides an overview of the management of radon-related risks in different countries and examines the similarities and differences between the methods.

News

The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority’s new decision on the application of the nuclear safety guide YVL A.2 harmonises STUK’s requirements concerning the precautionary action zone and emergency planning zone of nuclear power plants.

Publications

In its monitoring project, the Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK) examined the UV intensity of six devices used to attach lash extensions. The devices are used in beauty care to cure lash extension glue using UV radiation and have grown in popularity over the last couple of years.