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Health physics: its development, successes, failures, and eccentricities.

K Z Morgan

    American Journal of Industrial Medicine
    |January 1, 1992
    PubMed
    Summary

    Health Physics, established to protect people from radiation, has shifted focus. It now primarily shields the nuclear industry from liability, a change observed over the past decade.

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    Area of Science:

    • * Health Physics
    • * Radiation Protection Science

    Background:

    • * Originated during World War II at the University of Chicago's Metallurgical Laboratory.
    • * Initiated by Drs. A.H. Compton and R.S. Stone.
    • * Aimed to establish a science and profession for radiation safety.

    Observation:

    • * Initial objective was to protect radiation workers and the public from ionizing radiation exposure.
    • * The field has evolved significantly since its inception.
    • * A shift in focus has been observed in recent decades.

    Findings:

    • * Health Physics achieved partial success in its original radiation protection goals.
    • * Over the past decade, the field's primary function in the U.S. appears to have shifted.
    • * The current emphasis is on protecting the nuclear industry from radiation exposure liability.

    Implications:

    • * This evolution raises questions about the future direction of radiation safety practices.
    • * The shift may impact public trust and the effectiveness of radiation protection measures.
    • * Understanding this transition is crucial for the ongoing development of Health Physics.

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