cancer

Thyroid Cancer and Disease Research Inquiries

Geraldj2017-11-06T17:04:39+11:00April 12th, 2013|Press Releases|

All inquiries for research and information about thyroid cancer and thyroid disease in Orthopaedic Surgeons, doctors and or nurses, can be directed to Dr Peter Dewey, Research Co-ordinator, Australian Orthopaedic Association, PO Box 12, Arncliffe NSW 2205, Australia. Dr Dewey is particularly interested in medical practitioners and nurses who have [...]

Concern Raised over Possible Link to Thyroid Cancer in Hospital Settings

Geraldj2017-11-06T16:58:44+11:00July 14th, 1997|Issues, News|

A disproportionate incidence of thyroid disease including cancer is causing concern among Orthopaedic Surgeons who are exposed to higher than usual amounts of radiation in their day-to-day exposure and use of radiological services including image intensifiers. National Chairman of the Australian Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr John Harrison said that [...]