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How to Prevent Osteoporosis: Know Your Bones
Each year, 8.9 million people across the globe are diagnosed with dangerously significant bone loss—a condition called osteoporosis. The majority of these people don’t find out about their condition until
after
they’ve experienced an osteoporotic fracture. And according to the
International Osteoporosis Foundation
, one of those fractures happens approximately once every thr...
Early Detection Saves Lives
1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. Over half of those women have no family history.
Today, breast cancer is claiming less lives. There are three reasons for this:
Advancement in breast cancer treatments. Through emerging research and clinical trials, patients with early breast cancer have more options than ever before. New...
Dispelling the Top 3 Myths about Breast Screening
Breast screening guidelines have changed over the years leaving some myths about ideal breast screening practices to linger. The good news is, through advancements in screening technology, detection and diagnosis of breast cancer is now possible at the very earliest stages. 3D mammography can even detect cell abnormalities at the precancerous stage. Not surprisingly, breast cancer mortality rat...
3D Mammogram — A New Tool in the Battle Against Breast Cancer
When it comes to mammograms, there’s a new technology in town and it shows great promise in early breast cancer detection. 3D mammograms are becoming a wide-spread tool in combating breast cancer. Approved in 2011 by the FDA, 3D mammograms’ radiation exposure is only slightly higher than the regular 2D mammogram, and takes about the same amount of time. Facing that nerve-wracking call f...
Sheryl Crow is New Spokesperson for 3D Mammograms
Multi-Grammy award-winning songbird, songwriter, and breast cancer survivor Sheryl Crow has accepted the role of national celebrity spokesperson for a new breast cancer educational campaign.
The celebrity endorsement will play an important role in highlighting the importance of annual mammography for women over 40 years of age. According to the
Centers for Disease Control
, breast ...
Making Breast Cancer Awareness Month Practical
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and every year this month serves as a way to increase awareness about breast cancer, raise money for research, and educate women on early detection. In October, women everywhere, and the families of those suffering from breast cancer will wear pink, walk, fundraise, and participate in a variety of events designed to support those fighting the illness....
MIF Offers More 3D Mammography | 35% Improvement in Breast Cancer Detection
3D Mammograms are a breakthrough for breast cancer prevention that makes perfect sense; the human body is three-dimensional so a three-dimensional image offers more effective screening. What is really important is the 35% improvement we can achieve in detecting breast cancer.
How is 3D Mammography Different?
Many women wonder how 3D differs from what they are used to with a 2...
The Innovation of 3D Mammograms – Interview with Dr. Talukdar
If it’s 3D, it ought to be better. That might be the idea you’ve gotten from all the buzz around 3D Mammograms, and you’re not wrong. But why? Why is 3D Mammography such a big innovation in women’s imaging? We interviewed Dr. Roni Talukdar, Medical Director for the Imaging Center for Women and a radiologist with Radiology Associates of Fredericksburg, to find the answer to that very que...
The Doctor said, “You need to get a mammogram.”
A Patient’s Perspective
Hearing your doctor tell you that you need a mammogram because of a concern, is not the kind of news that anyone enjoys. For most women it causes some anxiety. Even if the lump is very small, and you tell yourself it probably isn’t anything, the first priority is to make an appointment as soon as possible.
My first contact with MIF was with the pe...
5 Essential Women’s Imaging Services
Women’s imaging services exist to help women own their health. From screening services to interventional procedures, these five services help you stay healthy and take control of your health.
1. A Mammogram: Possibly the Best-Known Women’s Imaging Service
When we think of women’s imaging, we most often think of mammograms. A mammogram remains one of the primary tools in the...
Great News About Heart Blockage: Knowledge is Power
Great news, America! Heart blockage and its terrible consequences of heart attack, stroke, and death have taken significantly fewer lives in the new millennium. In fact, according to the National Institute of Health (NIH),
“the life expectancy of the average American increased by 6.6 years
; 4.7 years—over 70%—of the increase is due to reductions in deaths from cardiovascular disea...
Choosing an open MRI in Virginia
If you are looking for an open MRI in Virginia, you may have some concerns relating to a traditional MRI. Sometimes, people deal with anxiety and even fear when it comes to needing an MRI. Claustrophobia is one of the most common phobias in the world, and it can make necessary scans like MRIs more difficult to follow through with. But thankfully, now there is the True Open MRI, which is a game-...
How Medical Imaging Helps You Track Weight Loss
Can medical imaging help you track and meet your weight loss goals? More than ever before, yes! With advanced technology like the True Body Index scan (now available at select Medical Imaging of Fredericksburg locations), you can be more in tune with your body than ever before.
How can a True Body Index scan help me track weight loss?
The advanced body composition scan
or ...
Why Healthy People Might Need a Heart Screening
For people with certain risk factors, a heart screening can be a wise part of your healthcare plan. Your heart is your body’s most critical muscle; take care of it! Here are some factors to consider if you’re thinking about a heart screening.
Family history of heart disease
Even fit, otherwise healthy people need to be vigilant about their heart health if they have a family h...
21 Ways to Celebrate the Moms in Your Life
We all know how hard moms work. Whether in the home or office, moms are always caring and providing for their family. This May, give the moms in your life some extra attention and spend some quality time celebrating their impact on your life. No matter your age, there are so many ways to show a mom you care.
For the Adventurous Mom
Concert/Night Out: Find a musician or comed...
5 Reasons You Might Want to Request an Open MRI Machine
For those who feel intimidated by a traditional MRI, an open MRI machine might be the perfect thing to put your mind at ease. Many patients prefer an open MRI because it’s less claustrophobic and makes them feel more comfortable. Do you think you need to request that your next MRI be in an open MRI machine? Here are five factors that might make an open MRI machine right for you.
Fiv...
Medical Imaging of Fredericksburg Offers Convenient Screenings for Breast Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, 41,400 people will die from breast cancer this year. Breast cancer impacts 1 in 8 women in the U.S, only 50% of which have a family history of breast cancer. In 2015, the CDC found that just 65% of women over 40 had a mammogram in the past two years, which means that thousands more women were foregoing this life-saving screening that is covered by insur...
3D vs. 2D Mammograms: What’s the difference?
A mammogram is a low-dose x-ray of the breasts. Mammogram screening can detect breast cancer up to three years before a tumor can be felt during a breast exam. Without a cure for breast cancer, early detection is the very best defense.
When it comes to scheduling your mammogram, you will have the choice between 3D and 2D mammography. What’s the difference?
Positioning
...
The Hidden Cost of Delaying Healthcare
Turns out, it’s not an apple a day that keeps the doctor away. Rising healthcare costs is causing more and more Americans to delay scans or even forgo preventative screening prescribed by their physician.
According to the latest Consumer Expenditure Survey conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American spends more on healthcare than food. The study showed that the ...
Resources for Quitters
You quit smoking. You can finally say #
imaquitter
! Now what? The good news is – and you’re probably starting to notice – your health begins to improve immediately. Throughout the first 15 years you stop smoking, there are so many reasons for #celebratingquitters. Monitoring your personal progress and keeping track of your gains with health scans is the best way to celebra...