Not sure when the last time you went for an x-ray was but have you noticed the absence of the lead shields they used to be so serious about placing on you in the 80’s and 90’s?
Well let me tell you the shields are still there and you can ask for them! 🙂
The last few times I have gone I have had to ask for them. The attendant was happy each time to just set me up and then run away to her special bomb shelter where she pushes the button in safety.
They will tell you that x-ray technology has improved over the years and the machines focus their rays better and use smaller amounts of radiation… My take is if the shields are still there and only take a second to put on AND if she is still running into the next room to push the button I fully intend to ask for a shield for my “boys” each and every time!
Girls this applies to you as well! Your “boys” are just on the inside but they could still do with some shielding.
Disclaimer: The female gender was used in referring to x-ray attendants because 90% of my attendants have been female. This blog fully supports and isn’t biased against male x-ray attendants. The story imagery is better supported if one gender was used throughout. Thank-you.
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