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• Nuclear non-proliferation

  Nuclear non-proliferation activities have the purpose of ensuring that nuclear materials, nuclear equipment and technical information are only used for peaceful purposes. ‘Nuclear materials’ refers to uranium, plutonium and thorium. These materials are used by the nuclear power industry, but they could also be used to manufacture nuclear weapons.

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• Medical exposures

  Radiation is used in connection with several kinds of examinations, therapies and treatments in the care sector. Those who perform medical or dental care are responsible for ensuring that their practices are safe for patients, staff and the general public.

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• Radon

  Radon is a radioactive gas that arises naturally in bedrock when radium decays. Long-term exposure to radon gas gives an elevated risk of developing lung cancer. The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority estimates that radon in dwellings causes around 500 cases of lung cancer per year in Sweden, most commonly among smokers.

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• Industry and trade

  Ionising radiation is used in industry for applications such as measuring densities, thicknesses and levels, analysing materials, deionising air, and locating cracks or abnormalities. There are businesses that specialise in selling, leasing out, installing or maintaining radiation sources or equipment that can emit ionising radiation.

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• News and press

  News items published by the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority in English are available via the side menu. Our press service assists journalists seeking contact with specific experts at the Authority or who have questions about our operations.

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• About the Authority

  The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority reports to the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise and has mandates from the Swedish Government within the areas of nuclear safety, radiation protection, security, and nuclear non-proliferation.

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• Contact

  Telephone: +46 8 799 40 00 Fax: +46 8 799 40 10 Email: registrator@ssm.se...

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• Civil preparedness and response

  The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority is a civil emergency authority. This means that the Government has assigned us responsibilities that are of particular importance to Sweden’s emergency preparedness and total defence. ...

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• Our work to enhance safety

  Nuclear activities in Sweden are not allowed to contribute to international proliferation of nuclear weapons. This is why the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority exercises control over nuclear material present in Sweden and monitors exports of nuclear material and nuclear products. We also work together with the UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency (the IAEA) and the European Commission.

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• Heating using microwaves

  Microwaves are radio waves used to generate heat, or for drying purposes. Microwave ovens are the most common source of microwaves in Swedish homes. The same technology used in microwave ovens is also applied when repairing moisture damage in concrete walls and floors. This is called 'microwave drying'.

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