TSA says pat downs , full-body scans are necessary to prevent weapons from getting on planes . TSA trying to balance safety concerns and travelers ' right to privacy . Doctors say extra scrutiny raises concerns for cancer patients , elderly , children . Dr. Gina Villani , the head of oncology at The Brooklyn Hospital Center , says the extra scrutiny raises concerns for cancer patients , who could have metallic dishes for chemo placed under their skin , external catheters or other necessary medical devices on their bodies . Comment:
TSA says pat downs , full-body scans are necessary to prevent weapons from getting on planes . TSA trying to balance safety concerns and travelers ' right to privacy . Doctors say extra scrutiny raises concerns for cancer patients , elderly , children . Comment: