Concerns Raised Over Unsafe Chest X-Ray Practices in TB Screening

The District TB Office in Pune is running a TB screening campaign using chest X-rays.

However, people are worried because the X-rays may be done in an unsafe way.

Some staff may hold the cassette, risking radiation exposure, and proper equipment is not always used.

Technicians may be doing too many X-rays a day without enough protection.

The government says they have lead aprons and handheld devices, and will get stands soon.

Activists are demanding better safety measures to protect staff and patients during the screenings.