Radiation Received to the Thyroid from Mammography

Bermudians and Americans have expressed concern, due to an erroneous media report, that the small amount of radiation a patient receives from a mammogram may significantly increase the likelihood of developing thyroid cancer. This concern simply is not supported in scientific literature.

Statements

The ACR and Society of Breast Imaging Statement on Radiation Received to the Thyroid from Mammography

Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre - Information radiation exposure during Mammogram