Category: Cancer Detection

How to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

How To Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

When it comes to breast cancer, there is no one way to fully protect yourself. However, there are steps you can take to help you figure out how to reduce your risk of...

October 14, 2019 – 3 min read
It's important women with dense breast tissue receive a mammogram and AB MRI screening.

Dense Breast Tissue Screening: Why Women with Dense Breast Tissue are at Risk

On February 15, 2019, Congress passed a federal funding bill stating all mammography providers must include updated information concerning dense breast tissue in their reports sent to both patients and their physicians. This...

September 30, 2019 – 4 min read
Accelerated Breast MRI can help find early detections of breast cancer

Should You Schedule an Accelerated Breast MRI or 3D Mammogram for Early Detection of Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, affecting one of every eight women at some point in her lifetime. The National Breast Cancer Foundation states that the...

August 19, 2019 – 4 min read
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Breast Cancer Screening After Childbirth

In the United States, approximately one in eight women will face breast cancer at some point in her life. Now, new research shows that women who have given birth are more likely to...

February 18, 2019 – 3 min read
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Breast Cancer Screening Recommended for High-Risk Women

One in eight women will face breast cancer at some point in their lives. To protect yourself against the effects of this very serious illness, breast cancer screening is essential. Every woman should...

February 1, 2019 – 3 min read
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Which Cancers Can a Pelvic CT Scan Detect?

A pelvic CT scan is a powerful imaging tool that can detect and monitor multiple cancer types, including colorectal, bladder, cervical, prostate, ovarian, and testicular cancers. This non-invasive procedure helps doctors identify tumors,...

January 16, 2019 – 8 min read

Diagnosing Cancer with an Abdomen CT Scan

If your doctor suspects that you have cancer near your abdomen, they may recommend an abdomen CT scan. To help you prepare, here’s a look at what to expect and an overview of...

February 22, 2018 – 3 min read