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Alpha Particles, Beta Particles, and Gamma Rays – Common Types of Radiation
May 29, 2026
Learn the differences between alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays, and neutron radiation, including penetration, shielding, health risks, and radiation…
TLD vs. OSL Performance: NVLAP-Accredited Lab Data on Fade, Reread, and Environmental Stress
May 28, 2026
Most TLD vs. OSL comparisons rely on simplified marketing claims or outdated detector data. This report compares modern LiF:Mg,Cu,P TLD…
Radiation Badges to Use Based On Your Specific Work Needs
May 21, 2026
There are many different types of dosimeters on the market these days. Specialization has allowed for some dosimeters to make…
How to Switch Dosimetry Providers Without Compliance Gaps or Disruption
April 29, 2026
Organizations frequently assume that switching dosimetry providers will be complex, disruptive, or resource-intensive. In reality, modern transition approaches allow organizations…
NRC Form 5 Explained: Who Needs It, What’s Required, and How to Simplify Compliance
April 16, 2026
Form 5 is the annual occupational radiation exposure report that summarizes a worker’s monitored exposure for the year, or the…
What the 2027 Changes to Radiology Reporting Mean for Imaging Leaders
April 9, 2026
Upcoming 2027 reporting changes from the Joint Commission and National Quality Forum (NQF) will fundamentally reshape how radiology departments track,…
What Hospitals Should Be Asking About Their Dosimetry Service (But Usually Don’t)
April 8, 2026
An inside look at how Radiation Detection Company answers the toughest questions about dosimeter badges, reporting accuracy, and compliance –…
Radiation Risk in Healthcare Imaging: The Hidden Tradeoff Between Comfort and Protection
March 17, 2026
Healthcare workers in imaging and interventional procedures face a daily tradeoff: managing physical strain from protective equipment while minimizing long-term…
Thermoluminescent Dosimeter (TLD): How It Works, Types, & Choosing the Right Badge
March 13, 2026
Thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs) are passive radiation badges used to measure accumulated occupational exposure to ionizing radiation. This guide explains what…
How Dosimetry Badge Pricing Works
March 4, 2026
This guide explains how dosimetry badge pricing works, where dosimetry providers differ most, hidden fees to watch out for, and…