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Because of a lapse in government funding, the information on this website may not be up to date, transactions submitted via the website may not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond to inquiries until appropriations are enacted. The NIH Clinical Center (the research hospital of NIH) is open. For more details about its operating status, please visit cc.nih.gov. Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at opm.gov.

Our Services

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The ​​​​​​​​Division of Radiation S​​afety​​ provides radiation safety services to the NIH community, including laboratory researchers, radiation workers, Clinical Center employees, and general NIH staff. ​
Researchers & Radiation Workers
Researchers & Radiation Workers

​​DRS services help researchers and radiation workers to safely and effectively conduct research in accordance with applicable regulations, procedures, and best industry practices.


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Clinical Center Employees
Clinical Center Employees

​DRS offers support for Clinical Center employees who may interact with radioactive materials and ionizing radiation-emitting devices during the diagnosis and treatment of patients. ​ 


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General NIH Staff
General NIH Staff

​​DRS guides employees who may encounter radioactive materials and ionizing radiation-emitting devices​ while performing ancillary duties ​such as animal care, public safety, and housekeeping, in a variety of roles and responsibilities at the NIH.  


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DRS Services