When is World Radiography Day?

Wednesday November 8th

The discovery of the X-ray on November 8th is commemorated on World Radiography Day, which takes place on November 8th. The day also acknowledges the vital role that radiographers and radiologists play in the health-care industry..

World Radiography Day - November 8

An X-ray is the first thing a doctor does when a patient breaks a bone. This kind of medical imaging aids healthcare professionals in knowing what's going on inside the body. The painless diagnostic test uses a form of electromagnetic radiation that passes through objects.

In addition to bone fractures, X-rays can also detects: