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Radiation Safety
ORA™ OSL Ring: The First US-Made BeO Extremity Ring
September 5, 2025
Discover the ORA™ OSL Ring: the first US-made BeO and NVLAP-accredited extremity dosimeter (Lab Code 100512-0), offering unmatched accuracy, wearability,…
Summer Fade: How Heat Makes Dosimeters Forget Your Dose
August 26, 2025
Summer heat doesn’t just make you sweat, it can cause your radiation dosimeter to “forget” your dose and increase the…
The Hidden Risks of Delayed Radiation Dose Feedback in Hospitals
June 4, 2025
In high-exposure environments like the cardiac catheterization (cath) lab, visibility into occupational radiation dose isn’t just about regulatory compliance –…
Optimizing Dose Monitoring for Traveling Employees
May 8, 2025
Traditionally, airport security has relied on X-ray machines and metal detectors, though they have limitations in detecting non-metallic threats. CT…
Do All Healthcare Personnel Need a Dosimetry Badge?
February 28, 2025
Not all hospital personnel working near medical radiation require a dosimetry badge. Learn which staff require monitoring and explore the…
What Does ALARA Stand For?
October 18, 2024
Explore the fundamental precept of radiation safety (ALARA), its history, and the three principles that reduce radiation exposure to occupational…