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Limiting Possible Harm of Ionising Radiations in Diagnostic Radiology (for Medical Practitioners)

The most common ionising radiations used in medicine (diagnostic radiology) are X, gamma, beta rays and electrons. Those ionising radiation provide many benefits but also may cause potential harm. The following article will describe you with information on diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy. This could be useful for medical practitioner who operate medical x-ray equipment or radiation sources.

Skin Protection Role in Cutaneous Melanoma Prevention

Protection of the skin from a short, sharp burst of ultraviolet radiation seemed the most important role in preventing cutaneous melanomas such superficial spreading, lentigo maligna, nodular and acral lentiginous melanoma, according to a journal published in The PubMed Central Journal list. According to the journal, the use of adequate clothing particularly for high risk [...]