It is the fastest growing cancer in women and this could be because of dental x rays and mammograms. In the case of dental x rays dentists rarely bothers to use the apron and, when they do, forget to lift the flap destined to protect the throat. In the case of mammograms most technicians are ignorant of the vital use of the thyroid guard, a small piece that should be placed before doing the mammogram. Next time you have either make sure to protect yourself