Odds are, you know someone who has experienced or is experiencing the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in American women, with new cases affecting nearly 300,000 women this year alone. Every woman has some risk of breast cancer, but certain risk factors can increase the chance of […]

Blood clotting in the body is often beneficial. It helps staunch wounds, prevent infections and begin the healing process after an injury. But when blood clots form in the blood vessels, they pose grave health risks. Fortunately, computed tomography (CT) scans provide valuable detection and diagnostic information. How does a CT scan show blood clots? In this […]

Most people today are used to the existence of imaging tests and the machines used to perform them. They may even take them for granted. But few people know the history and the importance of certain imaging machines, especially if they don’t work in the medical field. MRIs are a common imaging diagnostic test that […]

It can feel scary when your doctor orders an x-ray, and no one wants to hear they need further testing. However, x-rays are quick, painless procedures that help your doctor identify the cause of your symptoms, so you can get the treatment you need. Doctors use different types of x-rays to diagnose everything from minor […]

Alzheimer’s is a neurological disease affecting the neurons of the brain. It is an irreversible condition that progresses quickly, and no testing can definitively diagnose it. However, as we learn more about this detrimental condition, we can better understand how to detect it. MRIs are one of these methods, allowing us to see how the […]

Mammograms are one of the best and most effective ways to detect abnormalities in breast tissue, including cancer. Getting a mammogram can be an uncomfortable experience, but the end result is worth it. Just what do radiologists look for in a mammogram? A radiologist will look at the mammogram images to find any sort of changes […]

A stroke is a debilitating condition that can negatively alter a person’s life, especially if left untreated. Early diagnosis of a stroke — including what type it is — can greatly reduce the stroke patient’s chances of living with a disability. Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are two of the best […]

Mammograms are one of the best ways to detect cancer early, which is when it is the easiest to treat and provides the most successful results. Health professionals recommend routine mammograms for women aged 40 and over — women aged 30 and over if there is a history of breast cancer in the family. Since radiologists examine […]