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Pilots and Flight Attendants Face Highest Radiation-Related Cancer Mortality

Original: Pilots and Flight Attendants Have the Highest Radiation-Related Cancer Mortality

A study published in JAMA finds that pilots and flight attendants have the highest radiation-related cancer mortality among workers exposed to ionizing radiation on the job. The findings point to prolonged exposure to cosmic radiation at altitude as a significant occupational health risk for cabin crews, renewing discussion about monitoring and protection for airline staff.

Why now: A newly published JAMA study highlighting cancer mortality risks for airline crews is drawing attention.

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• Pilots and Flight Attendants Have the Highest Radiation-Related Cancer Mortality · pseudolus · 28

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