This document discusses several historic tragedies caused by radiation exposure, including the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Three Mile Island accident, and the Chernobyl disaster. It describes the health effects of different levels of radiation exposure on the human body. It also notes that radiation can be used beneficially in medical applications like x-rays if administered properly and in appropriate quantities. The conclusion calls for learning lessons from past mistakes to prevent future nuclear accidents and for reconsidering the use of atomic energy.