The International Conference on Radiation Protection in Medicine: X Ray Vision, organized by the IAEA and co-sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), brings together experts to review global developments in radiation protection and safety of patients and health professionals, as well as discussing future challenges and opportunities.
“New imaging technologies, radiopharmaceuticals, digital systems and AI are transforming clinical practice. These advances bring enormous benefits, but they also change exposure patterns and create new challenges for regulators and health professionals,” said IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi at the opening ceremony.
“We must keep up to ensure these advancements and new technologies are employed safely. Initiatives like IAEA’s Rays of Hope are helping broaden access to these technologies while strengthening capacity worldwide.”
Medical imaging and radiotherapy are essential for diagnosing and treating diseases. Each year, more than 4.2 billion medical radiological examinations and 6.2 million radiation therapy treatments are performed globally. Demand for these procedures continues to rise worldwide.
Ensuring robust radiation protection and safety standards are vital to support protection of patients, workers and the public from harmful effects of ionizing radiation.
