A practitioner may recommend you receive a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computerized tomography (CT) scan to diagnose certain health conditions or monitor a current health issue. While the tests are similar in nature, your doctor may want you to have one as opposed to the other, depending on the purpose of the test. At
Read MoreLow-Dose CT Scan Bronx NY
Diagnostic Imaging Recommended if You Have a History of Smoking
If you’ve successfully quit smoking, congratulations! That is the best thing that you could do to reduce your risk of getting lung cancer. However, having a history of smoking is in itself a risk factor for lung cancer. The American Cancer Society has recommendations for people who meet certain criteria — such as those with
Read More
