The Dangers of Metal Zippers in MRI Machines

What's an MRI?

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Magnets in Action These magnets are so strong they can pull metal objects towards them super fast!

About Metal Zippers

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The Pull of Magnets

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What Can Happen?

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Safety First

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Checking for Metal

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What Else to Remove?

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Wearing comfy, metal-free clothes makes the MRI safe and easy! Swipe Up