Uranium is a radioactive heavy metal that is mined, processed, and sold primarily for use in nuclear weapons and nuclear power.
Exposure to radiation leads to extremely damaging health impacts, including cancer (lung, pancreatic, colorectal), respiratory disease, liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, anemia, reproductive issues, birth defects, and many others. Radiation is especially dangerous for pregnant women and children.
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