X-ray finds 82 fireworks, knives in passenger’s carry-on at California airport, feds say
A passenger’s carry-on bag at Los Angeles International Airport contained 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms ...
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When to question CT scans and X-rays
When you might need a CT scan: An imaging test might be appropriate if you have an abnormal neurological exam or your doctor can't diagnose your headache based on your symptoms and an exam.
Newport Hospital becomes first in Rhode Island to offer new CT scan technology
"It is one of the latest medical advancement in imaging that we have," said Dr. Van Nguyen, Chief of Radiology at Newport ...
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Scientists develop scans that light-up aggressive cancer tumors for better treatment
Researchers have used a chemical compound to light up treatment-resistant cancers on imaging scans, in a breakthrough that could help medical professionals better target and treat cancer.
New scan method unveils lung function secrets
A new method of scanning lungs led by a team at Newcastle University, UK, is able to show in real time how air moves in and ...
Full-body MRI scans may not be as effective as believed to be; know why
MRI scans are diagnostic imaging procedures that use powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the entire ...
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3-D Mammograms Are Overtaking Traditional Scans. But Are They Better?
In contrast, traditional mammography takes one X-ray of the entire breast from a top ... We don’t know yet whether the DBT scans reduce breast cancer deaths. Dr. Kerlikowske’s research ...