Knowledge and Awareness of Ionizing Radiation Harms Among Hospital Employees at a Large Tertiary Medical Center: Findings from a First-of-Its-Kind Study in Israel.

ABSTRACT: Background: Medical imaging and therapeutic tools are used on a daily basis. Some of these technologies bear potential risk of harm due to exposure to ionizing radiation. Previous research has shown a lack of knowledge and awareness surrounding ionizing radiation among a wide range of medical staff. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and awareness of ionizing radiation in a large tertiary medical center and compare the knowledge and awareness among types of hospital employees. Methods: A cross-sectional study based on an anonymous 32-question questionnaire was conducted. Participants were categorized by employee type, including physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and ancillary and administrative staff. The questionnaire was divided into

SUBMITTER: Makhoul G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12026994 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature