Publications by authors named "Jehangir Ijaz"
Annual effective dose estimation of radon in drinking water sources of Nizampur basin, North Western Pakistan.
Isotopes Environ Health Stud
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- This study measured radon levels in drinking water in the Nizampur basin and assessed health risks to the local community.
- The analysis of 48 water samples showed that radon levels varied, with about 65% exceeding the EPA limit, and highlighted high health risks due to local geological conditions.
- Inhalation was identified as the main exposure route for all age groups, with infants facing the highest risk, emphasizing the need for further monitoring and potential intervention.