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.

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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, ...

Radiation injury remains a significant clinical and public health concern, affecting both patients undergoing therapeutic radiotherapy and individuals exposed to accidental or environmental sources of ...

The Takata Corporation sold defective air bag inflators that resulted in the death of 16 people in the United States and a massive recall of cars. While it was rare for the air bags to fail, the ...