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Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority of Finland

The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority is an independent authority and expert organization whose task is to advance and supervise radiation safety and the safe use of nuclear energy in Finland.

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At this time of the year, the midday sun can already cause burns in people with sensitive skin. According to a recent study, young people like sunbathing and tanning, even though they are also concerned about the health hazards of UV radiation and the risk of skin cancer. 

Radiation today

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Press releases and news

At this time of the year, the midday sun can already cause burns in people with sensitive skin. According to a recent study, young people like sunbathing and tanning, even though they are also concerned about the health hazards of UV radiation and the risk of skin cancer. 

Finland took part in the review meeting of the Convention on Nuclear Safety in Vienna in April. Based on an assessment, Finland meets the Convention's targets.

The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority detected a small amount of radioactive cobalt in particle samples collected from the outdoor air in Imatra in March. The concentration was so low that it posed no risk to people or the environment.