CT Scans May Cause 100,000 New Cancers in the US
TL;DR
A recent study predicts that the increased use of CT scans in the US could lead to approximately 103,000 future cancer cases due to low-dose radiation exposure, highlighting a potential public health concern while emphasizing the importance of balancing diagnostic benefits against long-term risks.
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