Oct. 15, 2024

UC IRVINE NEWS

New study shows cancer risk to nuclear sector workers

For a recent study on how low-dose exposure to penetrating forms of ionizing radiation contributes to cancer risk, David Richardson, a professor of environmental and occupational health at the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health, assembled a cohort of more than 300,000 radiation-monitored workers from France, the United Kingdom and the United States, employed at nuclear facilities between 1944 and 2016. The study revealed a potentially fatal cancer risk from prolonged low-dose exposure to ionizing radiation and mortality from these blood cancers. While the risk remains low at low exposure levels, future radiation studies are needed to boost occupational radiation protection on a global scale.

Study aims to limit number of missed imaging appointments

A UC Irvine study has found that nearly 24% of patients miss their imaging appointments, which can lead to delays in diagnosis and treatment that result in poor outcomes. UCI Health neuroradiologist Dr. Gelareh Sadigh says clinicians can help by addressing risk factors such as basic transportation, work schedules and insurance

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Anthony Martinez

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Anteaters first baseman Anthony Martinez answered questions about how his Hispanic heritage and culture impacts his life on and off the field, and how he honors that in special ways while wearing the Anteater uniform. “It is a way to honor my ancestors,” Martinez said. “I would not be here if it were not for them. My paternal grandparents immigrated to this country with the idea to give their family a better life. Because of this, I am honored to play and make them proud.”

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