What Are the NRC’s Responsibilities in Medical Applications?
The NRC’s medical-related responsibilities include licensing medical facilities and professionals, setting safety standards, and conducting inspections to ensure compliance with regulations. The agency is also involved in the approval and regulation of radioisotopes used in medical imaging and therapy. The NRC collaborates with other organizations, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), to establish guidelines and best practices for the safe use of radioactive materials in medicine.
