Why the dirty bomb is still ticking.
Many Cesium 137 machines used by hospitals for blood irradiation are still susceptible to theft by terrorists who can convert them to so-called dirty bombs, according to the author, who describes the harm the explosion of one such bomb can do and urges concerned citizens, media, and security professionals to take action before a disaster occurs.
James D
JD
Blair
D002588:Cesium Radioisotopes; D005107:Explosions; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital; D012637:Security Measures; D023481:Terrorism / Q000517:prevention & control*
D002588:Cesium Radioisotopes