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For many healthcare professionals, radiation exposure is an unavoidable part of the job, but for women, the risks may be significantly higher. Studies show female orthopedic surgeons face up to two to three times the risk of breast cancer compared to the general population, largely due to daily exposure to fluoroscopy.
The problem isn’t just the radiation itself, it’s the gear meant to protect against it. Traditional lead aprons were designed with men in mind, often leaving gaps in coverage for women and increasing vulnerability in critical areas. Now, innovations like Barrier Technologies’ Body Armour are rethinking protection with a design tailored for both safety and comfort, marking an important step toward closing this long-overlooked gap in healthcare PPE.
Hear what Dr. Betsy Grunch, a board-certified neurosurgeon based in Gainesville, Georgia has to say.
