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Fear Of Radiation Exposure Prompts High Tech Underwear In Japan

Posted November 17, 2013 9:49 AM

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In case you haven't noticed, the situation in Fukushima is still pretty bad. Radiation contamination still flows from the damaged nuclear plant, and despite early claims that humans weren't in danger, many Japanese believe their health is at risk. To provide some peace of mind, the Yamamoto Corporation recently unveiled a new line of anti-radiation underwear and wetsuits they say will protect the wearer from contamination. The lead underwear features a diaper-like swath that covers the genitals, abdomen and lower spine, which are particularly susceptible to gamma radiation.

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11/17/2013 1:23 PM

Dammit why didn't I think of this.......suckers

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11/17/2013 4:56 PM

...isn't this just a high-tech version of the "old" metal athletic baseball cups (wink,wink)?

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11/17/2013 10:01 PM

A fool and is money are soon parted.

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11/18/2013 9:10 AM

I'm not overweight. I have lead underwear! Really!

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11/18/2013 11:44 PM

Next bugbear: lead poisoning.

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