Last Thursday, Japan began the deliberate release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear facility into the Pacific Ocean. This action has stirred opposition from certain local activists and sparked vocal objections from neighboring nations, most notably China.  This strategy is a crucial step towards decommissioning the plant, more than a decade after a catastrophic 9.0-magnitude earthquake and tsunami led to a catastrophic … Continue reading Japan’s Plan to Release Radioactive Wastewater from Fukushima into the Ocean

Continuing education is very important to the growth and development of professionals in the field of radiology. As medical imaging technologies continue to advance at a rapid pace, it is important for radiographers to stay abreast of the latest techniques, research findings, and best practices. By staying up-to-date, radiographers can provide the highest quality of care, improve diagnostic accuracy, ensure patient safety, and contribute to … Continue reading Why Online Continuing Education is the Best Choice

As June continues, we find ourselves in the midst of Pride Month, which is a time dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and promoting equality and inclusivity. As we celebrate those in the community, it is important to reflect on the progress made in healthcare and explore the significance of diversity and inclusion in this field. Recognizing the unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by … Continue reading The Progress of LGBTQ+ in Healthcare

After the explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in 1986, a large exclusion zone was created to keep people away from the radiation. Many people were exposed to radiation that caused mutations in their DNA. Studies since then have shown that people exposed to the radiation didn’t pass on their mutations to their children. While everyone was evacuated away from the area, many animals … Continue reading Surviving in the Zone: The Genetic Changes in Chernobyl Wildlife

In Mid-December, the New York Times published an article entitled “How a Sprawling Hospital Chain Ignited Its Own Staffing Crisis”. This piece  discusses the last few years in healthcare as more hospitals became driven by business. Instead of striving to become successful to extend better healthcare to their patients, these hospitals are operating with the intent to drive up executive bonuses and/or their stock price … Continue reading Non-Profit Does Not Mean Ethical