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"Reflecting on a year of healing and hope as a radiation therapist. Grateful for the journey and the lives touched along the way. "Cheers to a year of growth, compassion, and mastering the art of patient setup. Celebrating the joy of learning new EBRT techniques, making a difference one treatment at a time. Here's to more milestones and meaningful connections in the world of radiation therapy! 🌟 #OneYearAnniversary #EBRTExpertise"#OneYearStrong #RadiationTherapyJourney"

Radiation Professionals: The Guardians of Public Health and Safety As radiation professionals, we play a vital role in ensuring the safe use of radiation in medical, industrial, and research applications. We are the guardians of public health and safety, working behind the scenes to prevent radiation exposure and protect people and the environment. Here are just a few examples of our critical work: ✅ Developing and implementing radiation safety protocols to minimize exposure. ✅ Conducting radiation surveillance and monitoring to detect potential risks. ✅ Providing training and education to healthcare workers, researchers, and industry professionals. ✅ Collaborating with regulatory agencies to enforce radiation safety standards ✅ Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices to continuously improve radiation safety But our work is never done! As radiation professionals, we must remain vigilant and proactive in addressing emerging challenges and trends. So, what's the most pressing radiation safety challenge you're facing today, and how are you addressing it? Share your experiences and insights in the comments below! #RadiationSafety #PublicHealth #RadiationProtection #MedicalPhysics #RadiationOncology #NuclearMedicine #RadiationSecurity

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𝗡𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻, 𝗻𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀! With GLiFT, you can leave all your pain and radiation protection concerns behind, and focus on what you do best - your job! ✨ Whether you're a doctor, nurse, or medical technician, we understand that your job requires your undivided attention. That's why GLiFT is here to painlessly take care of your radiation protection needs, so you can concentrate on providing the best care for your patients. 🏥👩⚕️ Our innovative technology ensures maximum protection against radiation, without compromising your comfort or mobility. Say goodbye to those heavy and uncomfortable lead aprons! With GLiFT, you'll experience a new level of freedom and peace of mind. No more distractions or discomfort, just pure focus on delivering exceptional healthcare. #GLiFT #RadiationProtection #HealthcareHeroes #FocusOnWhatMatters #MedicalProfessionals #Innovation

The top link is for the Radiography workforce, Do you understand enhanced level practice?

Interventional radiologists are modern healthcare heroes, but their work comes with risks. Fluoroscopically guided procedures have revolutionized medicine, but they can expose both patients and medical staff to radiation. Our mission at RADPAD® Radiation Protection is to ensure the safety and well-being of these dedicated professionals. A joint guideline from the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society of Europe and the Society of Interventional Radiology emphasizes the importance of occupational radiation protection for interventional radiologists. The risks are real, with concerns about cancer and cataracts, but more recently showing risks of anxiety and depression. Don't let your job increase your risk of developing adverse health effects! At RADPAD® Radiation Protection, we're committed to providing the tools and equipment needed for occupational radiation protection. #RADPAD® shields are designed to minimize scatter radiation exposure during procedures, protecting the health of both patients and healthcare workers. We stand by our interventional radiologists and their teams, supporting them in their vital work while keeping them safe from the hidden dangers of radiation. Read the full guideline here: https://lnkd.in/gzwJQTnD #RadiationProtection #InterventionalRadiology #SafetyFirst #HealthcareHeroes #RADPAD® #health #healthcare #radiation #radiationsafety

Evaluation of blood parameters of the medical radiation workers

Evaluation of blood parameters of the medical radiation workers

Dear Connections, Here am sharing about "Radiation Protection in Bedside Radiography" Various precautions and safety measures are used to reduce the radiation dose to the technologists and other persons in the ward. The examination should be justified. The exposure should be As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). Three basic methods for reducing exposure includes Minimize exposure time, Maximize distance from the X-ray tube, Use proper shielding. The inverse square law should be applied. The inverse square law states that the dose gets reduced by increasing the distance. The exposure cable must be 2m long to allow radiographers to stand distant from the irradiated patient. The staff must stand at a maximum distance from the X-ray tube, and nobody should enter the controlled area during the bedside exposure. The radiological technologists should protect themselves with a lead apron(0.25mm lead equivalent),and the patient gonads should be covered with a gonad shield or small lead gown (0.5 mm lead equivalent The personnel monitoring devices should be used, and the radiological technologist should stand at a right angle to the tube The radiological technologist should use correct exposure factors, and the exposure factors should be recorded to avoid repeat exposures. The radiological technologists must use high Kv and low mAs and shortest exposure time and the radiation field size should be collimated The ward staff must stand outside the radiation field and the pregnant women and persons under 18 years should not be involved in assisting bedside radiography The high-speed screen-film combinations should be used to reduce exposure and exposure time. #snsinstitutions #designthinking #snsdesignthinkers

As the number of interventional endovascular procedures rises, so does the need for effective radiation protection measures. In this insightful study, the use of RADPAD® shields, specifically disposable radiation-absorbing surgical drapes, showcased remarkable results. RADPAD® Radiation Protection shielding cut staff radiation exposure levels in half! Staff dose levels will continue to fall lower than the initial observation due to practice in placement, application, and overall radiation awareness while within the lab. Over 40 independent clinical studies back RADPAD® Radiation Protection shields and have been proven to be the Gold Standard in radiation safety. At RADPAD®, we're dedicated to providing innovative solutions to ensure the well-being of healthcare professionals. Our shields offer a tangible way to mitigate the risks associated with increased radiation exposure, allowing medical teams to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. You can learn more about our commitment to safety and efficiency in medical procedures, and join us in championing radiation protection in healthcare. Dive deeper into this study here: https://lnkd.in/ggruUYjU #RADPAD #RadiationProtection #HealthcareSafety #EVAR #RadiationReduction #Radiation #Fluoroscopy #Dosimetry #Endovascular #Surgical #Occupational #RadiationExposure