Dr. Emily Caffrey, a certified health physicist with the Health Physics Society, joins host Christ Stallman, CGC to talk about different types of radiation and their potential effects on a pregnancy. Links Mentioned in This Episode: Health Physics Society's Ask The Experts https://HPS.org Ep. 76 Transcript You're listening to the MotherToBaby podcast, medications and more during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Ask the experts with your host, genetic counselor and mom of four, …
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Radiation in Pregnancy Graphic
Developed in partnership with the Health Physics Society, this Radiation in Pregnancy infographic provides an overview of common sources of radiation and whether they might be a concern during pregnancy. It illustrates types of radiation pregnant women may encounter, from natural sources such as food and water to everyday household items like microwaves and Wi-Fi, as well as medical imaging exams including x-rays and CT scans. The infographic also addresses higher levels of exposure that can …
Radiation in Breastfeeding Graphic
Developed in partnership with the Health Physics Society, this Radiation in Breastfeeding infographic provides an overview of common sources of radiation and whether or not they can affect the breast milk or breastfeeding child. Breastfeeding women may have questions about the safety of continuing to breastfeed, especially after receiving X-rays, CT scans with contrast agents, external beam treatments, or radiation therapy. The infographic explains which types of radiation exposure do not …
Webinar: Radiation in Pregnancy and Lactation 101
Radiation exposure during pregnancy and lactation is a common source of concern for many patients—but not all exposures carry the same risk. In this informative webinar, Emily A. Caffrey, PhD, CHP, from the Health Physics Society (HPS), breaks down the different types of radiation and what is known about their effects on pregnancy and breastfeeding. Dr. Caffrey explains how radiation interacts with the body, clarifies misconceptions, and provides science-based guidance to help patients …
Podcast: Ep. 85: Radiation & Breastfeeding: Understanding the Risks and Realities
In this episode of the MotherToBaby Podcast, host and genetic counselor Chris Stallman welcomes Dr. Emily Caffrey, a certified health physicist at the Health Physics Society and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Together, they dive into one of the most frequently asked topics: how radiation exposure may impact breastfeeding. Dr. Caffrey explains the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, details how imaging procedures like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs interact with …
