Abstract: Provided herein is a method of producing europium-152 as a radiotherapeutic source for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy using existing containment or capsule devices for the radionuclide. The method comprises irradiating a europium-151 enriched target with neutrons confined to a range of neutron energies effective to drive the reaction 151Eu(n,?)152Eu. Also provided are methods of treating a subject using external beam radiation therapy or brachytherapy using europium-152.

Abstract: Hand held apparatus for carrying out cervical inspections is disclosed the apparatus has a fibre optic probe and a low power light source located in the handle of the device. The image is projected to a translucent display screen used at the rear of the apparatus. The probe is provided with a removable general view unit for attaching to the end of the probe. The device also has a disposable sheath through which a sample collecting device can be inserted. The general view optical unit is arranged to have both a good depth of focus and a wide angle of vision at low illuminations.