Diagnostic procedures using radioisotopes are now routine in the NHS A temporary reduction in the production of radioisotopes, which are mainly used for diagnosing cancer, including prostate and ...

Radioisotopes of elements have a wide variety of uses. Cobalt-60 Used in medicine to treat cancer. Gamma rays can be focused on tumors. Iodine-131 Used to treat thyroid gland (in the neck).

Radiopharmaceuticals are radioisotopes bound to biological molecules able to target specific organs, tissues or cells within the human body. These radioactive drugs can be used for the diagnosis and, ...

Astatine-211 (At-211) is one of a handful of promising alpha emitting radioisotopes for cancer therapy. Its short 7.2-hour ...

If you would like to learn more about the IAEA’s work, sign up for our weekly updates containing our most important news, multimedia and more. Radioisotopes are used worldwide in a range of medical, ...

A temporary reduction in the production of radioisotopes, which are mainly used for diagnosing cancer, including prostate and breast cancer, has been resolved. In October, cancer and heart ...

Of the nation’s 288,000 manufacturers, only three-fifths of 1% now use radioisotopes. One major stumbling block is cost. A single steel-thickness gauge sells for about $30,000, and while the ...

Learn about the promising Monopar Therapeutics Inc. MNPR-101 treatment targeting solid tumors and how it aims to reduce ...

The Authorized User is responsible for the safe use of the radiation source(s), and STRICT compliance with the contents ... It is recognized that "Exempt" quantities of radioisotopes can be obtained ...

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes, LLC today announced ... and commercialization of radiopharmaceuticals used for therapeutic applications and medical imaging.