Here is a great idea and reminder from a member of our group, Carolyn.
Regarding Thyroid Cancer and prevention
"On Wednesday, Dr. Oz had a show on the fastest growing cancer in
women, thyroid cancer. It was a very interesting program and he mentioned
that the increase could possibly be related to the use of dental x-rays and
mammograms. He demonstrated that on the apron the dentist puts on you for
your dental x-rays there is a little flap that can be lifted up and wrapped
around your neck. Many dentists don't bother to use it. Also, there is
something called a "thyroid guard" for use during mammograms. By
coincidence, I had my yearly mammogram yesterday. I felt a little silly, but
I asked about the guard and sure enough, the technician had one in a drawer.
asked why it wasn't routinely used. Answer: "I don't know.  You have to
ask for it." Well, if I hadn't seen the show, how would I have known to ask?
We need to pass this on to our daughters, nieces, mothers and all our female
friends and husbands tell your wives !! I just did, now you send it on to
your list. Someone was nice enough to forward this to me. I hope you pass
this on to your friends and family."