Yes, I understand why the techie stands behind a shield. I also understand why the dentist puts a lead apron over my torso before taking x-rays of my teeth. And it isn't because of "junk science."

Now I have had an opportunity to read a few articles on the report and am further convinced it is not a plot by a Marxist to force the US into socialism by forbidding mammograms to women under 40. Or whatever.

This study looked at issue we will have to face whether we stay with the current healthcare delivery system or change. Cost/benefit ratios and defensive medicine. I learned things reading about the study and listening to an interview with one of the researchers on the panel.

To try and stir people up with ranting that does not even correctly reflect a study is not constructive. People should know more about breast cancer - not be misled by misinformation.

That was and remains my point.

Thanks for your good wishes joycenalex. I must admit though my thoughts during the two hours were not for the techie..