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Radiation in medicine

Since the discovery of X-rays, radiation has been an integral part of medicine. The BfS provides information about benefits and risks in brochures.

X-ray diagnostics – benefits and risks

Brochure X-ray diagnostics – benefits and risks

X-ray examinations are often crucial for diagnosis and treatment. However, every X-ray examination also involves radiation exposure and therefore carries a certain risk. This brochure informs you about the benefits and risks and provides tips on how to avoid unnecessary examinations.

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Early detection of diseases

Brochure Early detection of diseases

The early detection of diseases is a health policy objective that is associated with the expectation of better treatment of a disease at an early stage and thus increasing the chances of recovery. In this position, the BfS assesses the advantages and disadvantages of early detection examinations.

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