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http://dx.doi.org/10.14407/jrpr.2016.41.1.007

An Investigation of Awareness on the Fukushima Nuclear Accident and Radioactive Contamination  

Ha, Jeong Chul (Department of Consumer Safety, Korea Consumer Agency)
Song, Youngju (Department of Consumer Safety, Korea Consumer Agency)
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Journal of Radiation Protection and Research / v.41, no.1, 2016 , pp. 7-14 More about this Journal
Abstract
Background: The objective of this study was to investigate Korean people's awareness about impact of the Fukushima nuclear power plant accident in Japan and radioactive contamination caused by it. Materials and Methods: The respondents of the survey were 600 adults who resided in the Seoul metropolitan area. Results and discussion: The survey results show that the majority of respondents were concerned about impact of radiation leakage that might have an effect on our environment. They were worried about radioactive contamination of foodstuffs, particularly fishery products and preferred to acquire information through TV(49.8%) or the Internet(31.3%). Meanwhile, respondents mentioned that the information on the Fukushima nuclear accident and radioactive contamination had not been sufficient and they didn't know well about the follow-up measures of the government on the accident. Most respondents answered that information on radioactive contamination levels and safety of foods and environment was most needed. Conclusion: The results of this study could be useful to enhance awareness on radioactivity and improve risk communication on nuclear power plant accidents.
Keywords
Awareness; Fukushima; Nuclear accident; Radioactive; Contamination;
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