In contrast, ionizing radiation can impair the normal functioning of the cells or even kill them. The amount of energy necessary to cause significant biological effects through ionization is so small ...

At current utilization and radiation dose levels, CT exams in 2023 were projected to lead to over 100,000 future cancers over the lifetime of exposed patients, according to an updated risk model.

By Keith Hamm By design, the detonation of a nuclear weapon in a major city would be devastating. The explosion of intense ...

» What are X rays and what do they do? X rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate or pass through the human body and produce shadow-like images of bones and some organs. The ...

Advancements in radiation therapy, including proton therapy and stereotactic radiation, reduce side effects and improve ...

“We believe the main biological effect of the electromagnetic radiation from mobile phones is a rise in temperature,” Wood explains. “There are also concerns that there could be more subtle ...

"The observed mechanism is an important factor contributing to the superior biological effects of heavy-ion therapy. It sheds ...

Ionising radiation can have a significant effect on biological tissue. Exposing cells to the energy transferred by the radiation will have the following effects on cells: Cells can be altered by ...

Prostox test is used to predict radiation side effects in prostate cancer patients based on their unique genetic profiles.

A test to identify higher risk of developing urinary side effects after radiation in patients with prostate cancer was ...