Nuclear breast imaging method associated with higher cancer risks

Nuclear breast imaging method associated with higher cancer risks
Some nuclear-based breast imaging exams may increase a woman’s risk of developing radiation-induced cancer, according to a special report appearing online and in the October issue of Radiology. However, the radiation dose and risk from mammography are very low.
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Venezuela’s Chavez scoffs at cancer rumours

Venezuela’s Chavez scoffs at cancer rumours
By Eyanir Chinea
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Protective measures taken to dispose radioactive substance: government

Protective measures taken to dispose radioactive substance: government
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has been conducting regulatory inspections in radiology departments of hospitals and universities to safeguard against radioactive exposure, Science and Technology Minister Prithviraj Chavan said here Thursday.
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Doctors wary of missed diagnoses in wake of isotope shortage

Doctors wary of missed diagnoses in wake of isotope shortage
But nuclear medicine chief sees light at end of ‘long tunnel’ as AECL reactor begins producing isotopes again
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Radiation Safety for Medical Facilities

www.safety-video-bmsh.com This comprehensive program discusses the safety & regulatory aspects of various uses of radiation for medical purposes. Topics include: * Radiation Safety Fundamentals * Biological Effects of Radiation * Time, Distance, & Shielding * Technique Settings * CT and Fluoroscopy Settings * Regulatory Requirements * Radiation Surveys * Nuclear Medicine * Radiation Oncology * [...]

Nuc Med tips

A short video on nuclear medicine for a buddy assignment for uni. Enjoy!!! A special thanks to all those involved

Nuclear Medicine Technologists CareerSearch.com

Career Search Nuclear Medicine Technologists Diagnostic imaging embraces several procedures that aid in diagnosing ailments, the most familiar being the x ray. In nuclear medicine, radionuclides—unstable atoms that emit radiation spontaneously—are used to diagnose and treat disease. Radionuclides are purified and compounded to form radiopharmaceuticals. Nuclear medicine technologists administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients and then monitor [...]

$7.9 Million Grant For ‘Super’ Research Magnet At University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

$7.9 Million Grant For ‘Super’ Research Magnet At University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
The University of Maryland School of Medicine has received a $7.9 million federal grant to acquire a superconducting 950 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) magnet that will help researchers unravel the mysteries of molecules and develop new agents to treat cancer, AIDS [...]

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