Health News Archives

New Scans Spot More Small Breast Tumors
Molecular breast imaging method improves detection of malignancies

Scans Help Spot Recurrent Cancers
Combination imaging helps find hidden malignancies, study says

Colonoscopy Bests CT Scans and X-rays
Detects almost twice as many polyps as other procedures

Study Condemns Marketing of Imaging Tests
Researchers say direct pitch to consumers not balanced, backed up

Scans Explain Puzzling Cough in 9/11 Workers
Special test identified condition found in elderly, smokers

New Way to Spot Lung Trouble
Study examines advanced form of CT for lung cancer screening

CT Scan Spots Operable Pancreatic Cancers
It's just as effective as more invasive endoscopy, study finds

CT Scans Can Spot Appendix Trouble
Appendicitis unlikely if organ not visible, study says

Blood Test Predicts Odds Against Ovarian Cancer
Using it could avoid costly, time-consuming CT scans, study says

Repeated Body CT Scans Boost Cancer Risk
Screening tool has risks while benefits are unclear