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Waiting Can Be the Hardest Part of a Biopsy

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The need for a biopsy can often lead patients to worry they might have cancer. While the procedure may sound… Read More ›

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Preparing for Your First Mammogram

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Your latest milestone birthday might have come with a recommendation from your physician to begin mammogram screenings.

DOs, or osteopathic physicians,… Read More ›

Heart of the Matter: Getting an EKG

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If your doctor detected an irregular heart rhythm at your last physical, an electrocardiogram (EKG) could be in order to… Read More ›

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CT Scans Pose Minimum Radiation Risk

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Patients scheduled to undergo a CT scan often worry about radiation exposure, but those fears are usually unfounded, according to Rocky… Read More ›

Potential Benefits Outweigh Colonoscopy Fears

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Fears of undergoing the prep process for a colonoscopy often keep patients from scheduling the preventive procedure, according to Amy… Read More ›

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For a Successful MRI, Relax and Hold Still

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If your physician has recommended you get an MRI, you may be wondering what it’s like to undergo a diagnostic… Read More ›

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