BAT reduces the risk of breast cancer and other radiation-associated cancers in health care workers. BAT reduces radiation to the upper outer quadrant of the breast by over 97%, as well as decreasing exposure to the thyroid, chest and spine. BAT is a lightweight garment that can be worn with any radio-protective apron, with no attachments needed. With over two million radiation health care workers worldwide, it addresses the critical gaps in radiation protection often overlooked by conventional aprons. BAT was developed by Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a breast surgical oncologist who lost a friend and colleague to breast cancer and believed her occupational exposure to radiation may have played a role.
