Experts are constantly monitoring the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Some say that now this war has reached such a dangerous point that it can take the form of chemical warfare at any time and if this happens then the possibility of third world war will become strong. All this happened after Russia was accused of using chemical weapons on Ukraine. Meanwhile, another shocking case study has come out in which it has been told that people around the world are increasingly buying potassium iodide pills.
Pills out of stock due to demand
In fact, CNN, while giving detailed information on this in one of its reports, quoted experts as saying that if Russia attacked Ukraine’s nuclear facilities or used chemical weapons, it could cause radioactive radiation. In such a situation, either bunkers can be useful to a large extent or potassium iodide pills can give relief from this radiation. Not only this, its demand has increased so fast in the countries of Europe that in many places its stock has also become empty.
How do these pills work?
According to the report, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has told that if Russia conducts a nuclear attack, the radioactive iodine released from it can reach the lungs through inhalation. It can damage the thyroid gland, which releases many hormones. Meanwhile, if potassium iodide is used, then the thyroid gland becomes saturated and does not take up the radioactive iodine which is responsible for cancer.
Not only this, the report also mentions that water, soil, plants and animals can also be affected due to chemical weapons. On the other hand, due to the demand for potassium iodide pills, many companies in America have run out of its stock. Due to tight supply, its price has also increased significantly. A New York-based company that sells these pills says it has run out of stock and may come in early April. According to the company, there was a jump in its sales on 23 February and by 28 February all the stock was sold out.
No 100% guarantee of security
Experts also pointed out that although potassium iodide tablets do not provide 100% protection against radioactive iodine, a single dose can protect the thyroid gland for up to 24 hours. Apart from this, taking more than the recommended dosage can cause serious problems or even death. Despite this, people in Ukraine are buying iodine tablets in large quantities outside bunkers. He believes that with this he will be able to protect himself from poisonous gases. Also people in Italy, Sweden, Belgium, Britain are willing to pay a heavy price for these bullets including bunkers, survival guides, fallout shelters.
Significantly, in the midst of the Russia-Ukraine war, Britain’s Defense Ministry said that Russia may plan to use biological or chemical weapons in Ukraine. Earlier, America had also made these allegations against Russia. On the other hand, it is also being said that according to the latest intelligence report, it is becoming difficult for Russia to hold ground and perhaps that is why it is trying to use these weapons.