Dr. Oz's Info (Mammogram and Dental Xrays) for WOMEN

FitPhysique

One of my clients just sent this to me. Just a little interesting tid-bit for us gals. Please take a minute to read. I did not know this.


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JCA

On Wednesday, Dr. Oz had a show on the fastest growing cancer in women, thyroid cancer. It was a very interesting program and he mentioned that the increase could possibly be related to the use of dental x-rays and mammograms. He demonstrated that on the apron the dentist puts on you for your dental x-rays there is a little flap that can be lifted up and wrapped around your neck. Many dentists don't bother to use it. Also, there is something called a "thyroid guard" for use during mammograms. By coincidence, I had my yearly mammogram yesterday. I felt a little silly, but I asked about the guard and sure enough, the technician had one in a drawer. I asked why it wasn't routinely used. Answer: "I don't know. You have to ask for it." Well, if I hadn't seen the show, how would I have known to ask?

Someone was nice enough to forward this to me. I hope you pass this on to your friends and family.

Lele71

This is good to know thanks for the information.

rachelleahsmom

Wow! What an interesting piece of info. Thanks so much for sharing! I had my mammo about a month ago, but I will rmember for next year. Thanks!

rmhand

Great info!

ChelDM

Thank you for sharing that...I will put it to good use.

lilsweetslol

great post.. we appreciate the more we can to prevent this terrible disease.:flowerforyou:

FitPhysique

You are all very welcome