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N V Gunko1, O M Ivanova1, N V Korotkova1
1State Institution National Research Center for Radiation Medicine of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, 53 Yuriia Illienka St., Kyiv, 04050, Ukraine.
Radioecological monitoring in Ukraine's Chernihivska oblast shows improved soil and food safety post-Chornobyl disaster. However, some contaminated districts face population decline and increased mortality, necessitating continued research.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Radiological Health
- Demography
Background:
- Chernihivska oblast, Ukraine, experienced radioactive contamination following the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident.
- Long-term monitoring is crucial for assessing the impact of radioactive contamination on ecosystems and human populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine current radiation ecology and medical-demographic parameters in contaminated territories of Chernihivska oblast.
- To assess changes in these parameters since the Chornobyl accident.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from regional statistics, environmental departments, and radiation medicine research centers.
- Employed general scientific, statistical, graphic, cartographic, and software-technical research methods.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement observed in radioactively contaminated areas, with reduced soil contamination density.
- Average 137Cs concentrations in milk and potatoes remained below critical levels.
- Intensively contaminated districts show population decline, decreased birth rates, and increased mortality.
Conclusions:
- Radioecological conditions in Chernihivska oblast have largely improved post-Chornobyl.
- Demographic trends in heavily contaminated areas indicate persistent regional problems.
- Continued research is recommended to monitor and address these ongoing issues.
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