Is the ALARA principle limiting holistic decision-making by sidelining cost considerations? If so, should it be re-examined?

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U.S. Department of Energy drops ALARA, challenging global radiation safety norms as reforms and debates intensify.

Stuart Grange explains some of the key features of safe and effective dental radiography, and the legal requirements. You have full access to this article via your institution. In the dental setting, ...

This two-semester course will provide the student with the fundamentals of radiation oncology. The history of cancer and radiation therapy will be discussed. Technical aspects of treatment machines ...

A: Duct tape and plastic sheeting could provide some protection against radioactive dust depending on the source of the radiation and the circumstances of the event. However, there are more important ...