RPOP

Radiation protection of patients and staff in medical procedures

The Radiation Protection of Patients (RPOP) is a Unit under the Radiation Safety and Monitoring Services Section, Division of Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety, of the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

31/08/2026

📬 What’s new in radiation protection of patients this month?

Catch up on the latest IAEA resources, research and events in the August RPOP Newsletter!

🔹 New IAEA-led study on CT image quality and patient safety
🔹 AsiaSafe–IAEA webinar on occupational radiation protection
🔹 Webinar recording on AI in radiation protection of patients
🔹 New IAEA guidance on external radiation exposure

🔗 Read the newsletter and subscribe: bit.ly/4zLc1yz

28/08/2026

⭐ IAEA-led study finds 5-star rating system can help make CT imaging safer

A new paper published in the European Journal of Radiology collaboratively by theInternational Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Massachusetts General Hospital found that the five-star CT image quality rating system is reproducible and supports dose-aware CT optimization.

Tested across six hospitals in five European countries, the system achieved up to 93% agreement on image quality ratings in centres with highly standardized protocols.

The findings support wider use of low-dose protocols and greater harmonization of CT imaging practices, helping reduce unnecessary radiation exposure and strengthen patient safety.

🔗 Read more: atoms.iaea.org/4wRU3rb

28/08/2026

Unexpected physical response to radiotherapy may be the first sign that a patient has received an unintended or accidental medical exposure.

The new International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) publication, Detection of Unintended or Accidental Medical Exposures in Radiotherapy Through Patient Response, presents case studies and practical approaches to help radiotherapy professionals identify, investigate and prevent such events.

Interested in learning more? Download the publication 👉 atoms.iaea.org/4gwkI6L

25/08/2026

🛡️ How can we better protect staff from occupational radiation exposure?

Learn about this and more on 16 September 2026 during this free AsiaSafe–IAEA Webinar on Occupational Radiation Protection!

Experts will cover:

🔹Sources of occupational exposure
🔹Individual monitoring, including eye lens dose monitoring and limits
🔹Practical dose reduction techniques

🗓 16 September 2026
🕛 12:00 CEST (Vienna) | 15:30 IST | 18:00 GMT+8

Register here: bit.ly/45SQTc1

01/08/2026

It’s WABA World Breastfeeding Week 2026! 🤱

This year’s theme, Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works, focuses on strengthening proven approaches and measuring their impact on nutrition, food security and poverty reduction.

Providing clear information about radiation protection is part of that support. While most radiological medical procedures do not require stopping or limiting breastfeeding, radioiodine treatment is an important exception. If radioiodine treatment is needed, breastfeeding should be stopped before treatment begins to help keep your baby safe.

Learn more about radiation protection during pregnancy and breastfeeding 🔗 atoms.iaea.org/4wdpa0p

10/07/2026

▶️ Catch up on the final webinar on Artificial Intelligence in Radiation Protection of Patients: Regulatory Framework! Recording now available: atoms.iaea.org/4vkW66u

The seventh and final session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s webinar series explores the regulatory framework governing the use of AI in healthcare relevant to radiation protection of patients.

You will learn:

🔹What the key elements of the regulatory framework for AI relevant to radiation protection of patients are;
🔹How AI may impact radiation protection authorities and regulatory oversight;
🔹How radiation protection authorities can support the safe implementation of AI.

This session will be of interest to radiation protection authorities and regulators, AI developers, as well as healthcare professionals involved in AI implementation for patient protection.

17/06/2026

📢 Today! Join us for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) webinar on AI in radiation protection of patients focusing on regulatory frameworks.

You will learn:
🔹Key AI regulatory elements relevant to radiation protection of patients
🔹How AI may affect radiation protection authorities and regulatory oversight
🔹How radiation protection authorities can support the safe implementation of AI

⏱️14:00 CEST (Vienna time)
👉Register here: atoms.iaea.org/3RTSMRL

11/06/2026

New poster for radiology staff on the latest patient contact shielding guidance!

Routine patient contact shielding is no longer needed – and our latest poster explains why, along with what strategies work better for patient protection. It outlines:

🔹 What patient contact shielding is
🔹 Its potential benefits and risks
🔹 Situations where it may still be considered
🔹 Key optimization strategies to reduce unnecessary exposure

The poster is designed for radiology departments and training spaces.

Download and share it with your team: atoms.iaea.org/4geCnRX

05/06/2026

🔔 New publication! AI in medical imaging and radiotherapy

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into clinical practice, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has released a new publication that helps medical physicists develop strong professional expertise to support the safe and effective use of AI systems in medical imaging and radiotherapy:

Clinical Implementation of Artificial Intelligence Systems in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy: Guidelines for Medical Physicists

This timely publication offers a comprehensive overview of the entire process – from the initial assessment of needs to selection, installation, commissioning, introduction into clinical settings, quality assurance and eventual decommissioning.

It also addresses potential risks in using AI relevant to patient protection and safety and provides recommendations for their safe management in medicine.

Download the publication 👉 atoms.iaea.org/43yBSux

01/06/2026

🤖 Want to learn more about AI in radiation protection of patients?

Join us for the 7th session of this International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) webinar series, focusing on the regulatory framework governing the use of AI in healthcare relevant to radiation protection of patients.

You will learn:
🔹Key AI regulatory elements relevant to radiation protection of patients
🔹How AI may affect radiation protection authorities and regulatory oversight
🔹How radiation protection authorities can support the safe implementation of AI

This session is particularly relevant for radiation protection authorities and regulators, professionals involved in AI implementation and healthcare administrators.

🗓️17 June 2026, 14:00 CEST (Vienna time)
👉Register now: atoms.iaea.org/3RTSMRL

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