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Homeland Security

Health Risks From Full-Body X-Ray Security Systems ‘Miniscule,’ FDA, TSA Say

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Friday, November 12th, 2010

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By Calvin Biesecker The health risks to individuals screened by X-ray-based imaging systems that are being used to screen people for concealed threats in some airports in the United States and internationally are "miniscule," according to a joint letter from Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials who responded to a request from the White House science adviser to describe the safety of the machines. "There are numerous publications regarding the biological effects of radiation and…

Army

Lawmakers Request DoD Briefing On Army’s Planned Cuts To Aviation Procurement

A bipartisan group of House lawmakers has sent a letter asking the Pentagon for a briefing on the potential industrial base impacts as a result of the Army’s planned cuts […]

Congress

CENTCOM Looking To Lessons Learned From Use Of LUCAS Drones

U.S Central Command (CENTCOM) is looking to lessons learned from its use of Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones by Phoenix-based SpektreWorks, according to CENTCOM head Adm. Brad Cooper. […]

Army

Hegseth Says DoD Open To Reviewing Army’s Planned Cuts To Legacy Helicopter Procurement

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told lawmakers the Pentagon is open to reviewing the Army’s planned procurement cuts to its legacy manned aviation fleet. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), ranking member […]

Congress

Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

The Pentagon estimates the U.S.’ ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost at least $29 billion, while a lead official noted the updated figure does not factor in damage to […]