Originally Posted by STSODavis

Ionizing radiation is a fact of everyday life; it's in the ground, the sky and the walls of your house. It comes from natural and man-made sources. Fortunately, the nature, risks and effects of ionizing radiation are well-known. It follows predictable physical and mathematical laws, so like any hazard that's understood, it can be handled safely. Thousands have worked with radiation on a daily basis for years without harm; the difference between health and hazard is knowledge put into practice.

So I guess you should just cease to exist if you are so afraid of exposing yourself to ionizing radiation....because it's everywhere. When you choose to fly on an aircraft your are exposing yourself, without a medical professional...when you use your cell phone, you are exposing yourself.

I don't really care about whether people opt out or got through the AIT, as long as you're screened. People are making this pat down more than what it needs to be.