International assistance International aid to Belarus is key to effectively mitigate the consequences of Chernobyl and rehabilitate affected areas. The UN system gives Belarus a major part of the international help. Since the radioactive explosion, the UN system has spent over $50 million to help reduce the effects of Chernobyl. Apart from that, around $50 million come to Belarus annually as assistance from charity organizations and individuals.
According to Care2, Vaseline should be used as a lubricant on the external areas of a person's body only. When used inside the body, it can foster bacterial growth and/or cause internal irritation.
Untreated or mildly treated mineral oil is indeed considered toxic to humans, according to the World Health Organization. But highly refined mineral oil, as used in Vaseline and lip balms, is classified as not suspected to be carcinogenic but more information is required before it can be labeled as harmless by WHO.