A Slow Death: 83 Days of Radiation Sickness

(Paperback)

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This book is the print version of a documentary made by the Japanese public broadcaster NHK following the intensive treatment and eventual death of one of the workers who was involved in a critical accident at the Tokaimura nuclear fuel preparation plant in September of 1999.

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Stylistically resembling a fictional narrative, this grim chronicle of Ouchis deterioration demonstrates the humanity and pyschology of the medical profession in extreme situations. In that sense, its an interesting companion to [Osamu Tezukas] Black Jack manga. Think of it as such a nightmarish episode of House that as a result of watching it you resolve never to tune into the series again.
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Harnessing the atoms energy can help, even save, mankind or lead to its destruction. This is the sad, cautionary tale of things gone awry, a noble effort by Japanese physicians to save Mr. Ouchis life and of our limited ability to deal with the consequences of mistakes in this arena.
Robert Peter Gale, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., F.A.C.P. (Hon),
UCLA Medical Center

Radiation injuries are potentially complex, often involving a combination of different types of radiation energy. The Tokaimura accident reminds us of these complexities as well as the importance of accurate information flow from the site of the incident to the healthcare provideer in the hospital. New knowledge was gained regarding optimal management of acute radiation toxicity.
Nicholas Dainiak, M.D., F.A.C.P. Yale University School of Medicine
Chairman of Medicine, Bridgeport Hospital

BEST OF 2008 -- The Japan Times

"A brave account of corporate greed and scientific expertise"

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NHK (Nippon Hoso Kyokai) or Japan Broadcasting Corporation is Japan's public broadcaster. This book is an original television documentaryunder the same nameproduced by NHK, which aired in May 2001. The documentary won the Gold Nymph Awardthe highest award possibleat the 42nd Monte Carlo Television Festival in 2002.