CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -World Radiography Day (WRD) is celebrated on 8 November each year.

Detailed explanation-2: -Every year on November 8, World Radiography Day is observed to honour the discovery of X-radiation, also known as X-rays. This day in 1895 saw the completion of German scientist Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen’s discovery of X-radiation, or X-rays.

Detailed explanation-3: -On November 8, medical imaging professionals from across the world will celebrate the 11 th International Day of Radiology (IDoR 2022).

Detailed explanation-4: -The IDoR 2022 theme, “Radiologists & Radiographers Supporting Patients” highlights the commitment of radiology professionals to improving patient care and safety as it relates to radiologic procedures and treatments.

Detailed explanation-5: -The World Radiography Day theme, “Radiographers at the Forefront of Patient Safety”, highlights the role that radiographers/ radiological technologists play in promoting and maintaining radiation safety and general patient safety in all aspects of the patient journey.