This page provides links to information on radiation-emitting products for patients, consumers, health care professionals, and industry, along with recent announcements and other useful information.
Medical Imaging Medical imaging refers to several different technologies that are used to view the human body in order to diagnose, monitor, or treat medical conditions.
Initiative to Reduce Unnecessary Radiation Exposure from Medical Imaging This page explains the FDA’s efforts to promote patient safety in response to increasing exposure to ionizing radiation from medical imaging.
We Want You to Know About X-Rays: Get the Picture on Protection A list of consumer tips about x-rays and how to avoid unnecessary risks.
Reducing Patient Exposure During Scoliosis Radiography Some methods for reducing exposure during scoliosis radiography including filters, shielding, and fast or rare-earth film/screen combination.
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