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View article: Sunscreen testing: A critical perspective and future roadmap
Sunscreen testing: A critical perspective and future roadmap Open
Sunscreens have become a mainstream consumer product for protection against the damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation in sunlight. Before a sunscreen is released to the market, it must undergo a set of safety and efficacy tests established b…
View article: The increasing use of cosmetic non-ionising radiation applications – types of procedures, potential risks to consumers and regulation in Australia
The increasing use of cosmetic non-ionising radiation applications – types of procedures, potential risks to consumers and regulation in Australia Open
In recent years, there has been a large increase in cosmetic applications using non-ionising radiation (NIR). These applications use various types of NIR such as lasers and ultrasound for numerous cosmetic outcomes such as epilation, skin …
View article: Effectiveness, compliance and application of sunscreen for solar ultraviolet radiation protection in Australia
Effectiveness, compliance and application of sunscreen for solar ultraviolet radiation protection in Australia Open
Objectives and importance of study:Sunscreens are widely used, not only to prevent acute sunburn, but also for skin cancer prevention and protection against photoaging and other skin conditions related to cumulative solar ultraviolet radia…
View article: A coherent framework for non-ionising radiation protection
A coherent framework for non-ionising radiation protection Open
A coherent and overarching framework for health protection from non-ionising radiation (NIR) does not currently exist. Instead, many governments maintain different compliance needs targeting only some NIR exposure situations. An internatio…
View article: 5G mobile networks and health—a state-of-the-science review of the research into low-level RF fields above 6 GHz
5G mobile networks and health—a state-of-the-science review of the research into low-level RF fields above 6 GHz Open
The increased use of radiofrequency (RF) fields above 6 GHz, particularly for the 5 G mobile phone network, has given rise to public concern about any possible adverse effects to human health. Public exposure to RF fields from 5 G and othe…
View article: Quantifying the ultraviolet radiation emitted by nail curing devices: A descriptive study
Quantifying the ultraviolet radiation emitted by nail curing devices: A descriptive study Open
Nail curing devices often use a source of artificial ultraviolet radiation (UVR) to dry, harden and cure finger and toe nails.1 In the United States of America, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends a time limit for use of thes…
View article: Australian action to reduce health risks from radon
Australian action to reduce health risks from radon Open
In Australia, worker exposure to radon in underground uranium mines has been a focus of policy makers and regulators, and has been well controlled in the industry sector. That cannot be said for public exposure to radon. Radon exposure stu…
View article: FLYING HOURS OF AUSTRALIAN COMMERCIAL PILOTS AND RISK OF CUTANEOUS MELANOMA
FLYING HOURS OF AUSTRALIAN COMMERCIAL PILOTS AND RISK OF CUTANEOUS MELANOMA Open
Aim To compare occupational flying hours (a surrogate for occupational exposure to radiation) of commercial pilots subsequently diagnosed with melanoma, with those without melanoma. Methods Nested case-control study of de-identified male c…
View article: Not part of my routine: a qualitative study of use and understanding of UV forecast information and the SunSmart app
Not part of my routine: a qualitative study of use and understanding of UV forecast information and the SunSmart app Open
No matter how broadly UV forecast information is promoted, it is unlikely to improve sun protection behaviours across the Victorian population due to the low level of basic understanding of UV radiation. Public education strategies that co…
View article: Australia’s proactive approach to radiation protection of the environment: how integrated is it with radiation protection of humans?
Australia’s proactive approach to radiation protection of the environment: how integrated is it with radiation protection of humans? Open
Australia’s regulatory framework has evolved over the past decade from the assumption that protection of humans implies protection of the environment to the situation now where radiological impacts on non-human species (wildlife) are consi…
View article: Review of the Global Solar UV Index 2015 Workshop Report
Review of the Global Solar UV Index 2015 Workshop Report Open
The Global Solar UV Index was developed as an easy-to-understand measure of the amount of biologically-effective ambient solar ultraviolet radiation (UVR) at different locations on the earth's surface. Over the past few years, questions ha…
View article: Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields From Wi-Fi in Australian Schools
Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields From Wi-Fi in Australian Schools Open
The increasing use of Wi-Fi in schools and other places has given rise to public concern that the radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields from Wi-Fi have the potential to adversely affect children. The current study measured typical and…