Abstract: The radiographers expose to several hazards in the hospitals. This effect includes statistic and deterministic effect. The aim of the study was to assess knowledge and practices of radiographers regarding occupational hazards and protective measures. Design: Descriptive design was utilized to conduct this study.
Setting: This study was conducted at all radiology department in all governmental hospitals within all Benha University Hospital, Health Insurance Hospital, Fever Hospital, Teaching Hospital and Chest's Disease Hospital. Sample: All available radiographers who are working with X-Ray devices in the above-mentioned settings. (55 in Benha University Hospital, 10 in Health Insurance Hospital, 11 in Fever Hospital, 20 in Teaching Hospital, 4 in Chest's Disease Hospital). The total sample were 100 radiographers.........
Key Words: Radiographers, Occupational hazards, Protective measures
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