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Study shows no genetic harm in children of Chernobyl radiation survivors

A major international study has found that children conceived after the Chernobyl disaster show no additional DNA damage linked to their parents’ radiation exposure. Scientists looked at people born from 1987 to 2002 whose parents helped with cleanup or stayed near the zone. Instead of more harm, results point to stable patterns across generations.

According to a report by BBC News, the findings are published in the journal 'Science'.

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