Results for "Imaging"

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Your First MRI: What Happens Before, During and After
Are you scheduled for an MRI scan? Magnetic resonance imaging, or an MRI, can sound intimidating if you’ve never had one. But knowing what to expect can...
November 12
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When You Can’t Get an MRI, and What to Do Instead
Imaging tests give your provider a close look at what’s going on inside of your body. Tests like MRI, CT scans, ultrasound and X-rays are important tools...
October 09
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First Time Getting a Mammogram? Here’s All You Need to Know
If you’re a bit nervous about your first mammogram, you’re not alone. Many people worry about the pain, feel anxious about the results or simply don’t...
September 29
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What’s the Difference Between Screening and Diagnostic Mammograms?
You schedule a routine mammogram, expecting it to be quick and uneventful. But then your provider’s office calls to say you need a diagnostic mammogram.  Wait...
June 13
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Can Imaging Tests Improve Cancer Care? The Role of CT and PET Scans
When you’re being treated for cancer, you want to know how well your therapy is working. Imaging tests like CT scans and PET scans can help.  With these...
May 27
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What’s New in Women’s Cancer Screenings
When it comes to cancer, finding it early makes a big difference. New tools in women’s cancer screening are helping health care professionals do just that.  These...
May 14
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Detecting Strokes Early: The Role of CT Scans in Diagnosis & Treatment
If you or someone you love has signs of a stroke, it’s important to get care right away. With a stroke, blood flow to the brain stops and brain cells start...
April 28
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Help Your Child Cope With an X-Ray and Other Medical Imaging
As your child grows and develops, there may come a time when they need medical imaging. Whether it’s an injury, routine check-up or a specific health concern,...
October 28
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Questions About Mammograms With Breast Implants? Here’s What to Know
If you have breast implants, you might have a lot of questions about getting a mammogram. Will it hurt? Can your implants get damaged? Will the results...
October 25
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What a Coronary Calcium Test Can Tell You About Your Heart Health
If you’re like most people, you want to keep your heart healthy. And even if you’re choosing a nutritious diet, exercising, managing stress and watching...
April 08