The health hazards of not going nuclear

The author argues that the potential danger of nuclear energy has been overemphasized in comparison with actual accidents and diseases caused by conventional sources of energy. He adduces some examples of tanker explosions and gas explosions, dam failures, and statistics of black lung disease. Radioactive and other undesirable substances in the smoke from burning coal are mentioned. Illustrations are given of the insignificance of radiation doses to the general public from the operation of nuclear power stations. Some facts and figures on oil an coal reserves are taken to show the need for nuclear energy. (N.D.H.)