World Radiography Day (WRD) continues to grow in momentum and this year it promises to be better than ever.
A record number of departments are expected to take part on 8 November, marking the event with a variety of activities.
Promotional material, including posters, stickers and fluffy bugs, as well as a publicity guide with suggestions on how to make the most of WRD, are being prepared.
Departments planning fundraising activities are encouraged to support a new initiative, launched by the SoR’s Benevolent Fund to coincide with WRD. The fund – which assists members, former members and their families in times of financial crisis and distress – is challenging radiographers to find novel ideas to raise as much money as possible around WRD and the following months. The day has been named Benevolent Fund Awareness Day (BAD).
“Last year, Andy Powell from Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle organised a co-ordinated set of rowing relay events at several hospital sites. This netted over £970 for the charity,” explained Sue Barlow, chair of the Benevolent Fund’s board of trustees.
“Through BAD we hope to raise valuable funds so that we can be sure we have the means to do the best for radiographers and their families,” said Sue.
Philips is again sponsor of World Radiography Day.
