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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…

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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 –…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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How to Choose the Right Personal Radiation Monitor

May 10, 2024

Explore which personal radiation monitor is most effective for specific settings so you can feel confident choosing monitoring technology for…