A large-scale study published in JAMA Internal Medicine by Dr. Rebecca Smith-Bindman estimated that CT scans performed in the U.S. could lead to over 100,000 cancer cases, primarily lung, colon, leukemia, and bladder cancers. In 2023, 61.5 million Americans underwent 93 million CT exams, exposing patients to higher doses of ionizing radiation compared to standard X-rays. The findings suggest that if current practices continue, CT-related cancers could account for 5% of annual cancer diagnoses, with similar projections applicable to Canada based on its CT scan data.
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What the world is getting wrong on Israel: An interview with Natasha Hausdorff
Natasha Hausdorff, a British barrister and expert in international law, warns that media disinformation is distorting perceptions of the Gaza conflict and jeopardizing Jewish safety. She advocates for the legal principle of uti possidetis juris to assert Israel's territorial claims and criticizes media bias that amplifies Hamas propaganda while ignoring nuanced accounts from Israeli sources. Need More Context? 🔎
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