Public safety & health physics
Radiation Risk Navigator
A calm, modern guide for non-experts: understand everyday radiation, radon, medical imaging, and what to do when official emergency instructions are issued—without sensationalism.
Dashboard
Start with the task that fits your question
Each card opens a dedicated area of the app. Tools are written for clarity on phones and desktops.
Check a radiation concern
Walk through common situations with clear next steps and links to official guidance.
Interpret a radon result
Understand testing, seasonal variation, and when mitigation or follow-up makes sense.
Compare everyday exposure
Put household, travel, and occupational sources in perspective using plain-language framing.
Prepare for an emergency
Know how alerts work, sheltering basics, and why official channels come first.
Understand health effects
Foundational dose–response context without replacing clinicians or radiation safety officers.
View references
Authoritative libraries from health, safety, and emergency agencies for verification.
Major tools
Explore specialized pathways
Deeper sections for education, clinical context, and situational awareness.
Radiation basics
Ionizing radiation, units, protection principles, and how regulations reduce public risk.
Medical radiation
Imaging and therapy context: typical dose ranges, benefit–risk conversations, and questions to ask.
News & alerts
Curated updates and reminders to check trusted local sources during evolving events.
How this tool works
From question to cited answer
The flow is intentionally simple so you can move quickly on a phone.
- Step 1Choose a scenarioPick the topic that matches your concern—home, medical, travel, or emergency messaging.
- Step 2Answer simple questionsPlain-language prompts guide you without collecting personal health data on this site.
- Step 3Get cited guidanceSummaries point to agency pages and standards so you can read the original sources.
- Step 4Print or save a reportScreening results can be printed for discussions with professionals or household planning.
References
Aligned with recognized authorities
Throughout the app, citations map to materials from agencies and standards bodies including the categories below.
- EPA
- CDC
- ICRP
- NCRP
- NRC
- OSHA
- FDA
Topic map
More scenarios covered in the library
Use these entries when you want a narrative overview before opening calculators or screening.
Radiation Basics
Foundational concepts: ionizing radiation, dose units, and how exposure is managed in everyday settings.
Risk Screening Tool
Step through common scenarios to find trusted next steps and official resources.
Radon
Indoor radon is a leading source of exposure in many homes. Learn testing, mitigation, and protective habits.
Medical Radiation
Context for imaging and therapy: benefits, typical dose ranges, and how to talk with your care team.
Emergency Guidance
What to expect in radiological emergencies and how to prioritize official alerts and protective actions.
References
Authoritative sources from health, safety, and emergency agencies for deeper reading and verification.