Fear of X-ray Exposure - Not with Low dose Diagnostic X-ray

In today's discussion we are going to look at occupational exposure to ionizing radiation and emphasize the fact that at the use of low dose radiation in diagnostic imaging, if done appropriately, poses almost no danger to patients and occupational workers. On the other hand, exposure to high dose radiation such as that used in cancer treatment and radiation therapy the patients are at risk as we are using radiation to destroy tissue. This is why occupational workers in radiation therapy and oncology have strict safety protocols and procedures preventing them from being in proximity to high dose radiation exposures.

With the advent of digital imaging, radiation exposure for occupational users in X-ray has decreased. Here are some key points:
Dose Optimization: Digital radiography allows for better dose optimization, meaning that radiographers can achieve high-quality images with lower radiation doses. ALARA Principle: Radiographers adhere to the ?as low as reasonably achievable? (ALARA) principle, which aims to keep occupational radiation doses as low as possible.