concept   irradiation
culture   Canada
statement   Irradiation in Canadian food culture aims to extend shelf life and reduce harmful bacteria while being tightly regulated for safety.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 irradiation Canada Irradiation of food is used to extend shelf life and reduce harmful bacteria, and is regulated by the food safety authorities. 1
2 irradiation Canada Irradiation is used to kill bacteria in food and increase its shelf life. 1
3 medical treatment for radiation exposure Northern Canada Awareness of the potential need for treatment due to proximity to nuclear facilities and uranium mining 1
4 radiation safety Canada Strict regulations and public awareness about radiation safety due to reliance on nuclear energy for electricity. 1
5 radiation therapy Canada Accessible to the majority of the population with cancer 1