Radiation Exposure From Iodine 131
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self-instructional publications designed to increase the primary care provider’s knowledge of hazardous substances in the environment and to aid in the evaluation of potentially exposed patients. This course is also available on the ATSDR Web site, www.atsdr.cdc. gov/HEC/CSEM/. See page 3 for more information about continuing medical education credits, continuing nursing education units, continuing education units, and continuing health education specialist credits. Case Studies in Environmental Medicine Course: SS3117 Original Date: November 2002 Expiration Date: November 2008
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