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MOGADISHU, 9 November 2026 — Dr. Sumait Hospital on Sunday marked World Radiography Day in Mogadishu with an event and a training workshop on safe use of radiation in medical imaging.
The event brought together radiologists, radiographers, university lecturers, graduates and representatives of diagnostic centres in the city.
Dr. Omar Hassan, a radiologist at Dr. Sumait Hospital, opened the event by explaining how radiographic examinations help doctors assess patients' conditions, diagnose disease and plan appropriate care.
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As part of the observance, the hospital trained 37 participants in protecting patients and healthcare workers from unnecessary radiation exposure during radiographic examinations. The workshop, led by Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Adan, covered how to choose an appropriate radiation dose for each examination, use protective equipment correctly and monitor radiation exposure among patients and staff.
Dr. Zubeyr Abdulkadir closed the event by calling for continued professional training to improve radiography services. The hospital presented certificates to the workshop leader and participants.
World Radiography Day is observed annually on 8 November. It highlights the contribution of radiography to healthcare and provides an opportunity for practitioners to share ways to improve the quality and safety of their services.