Just by increasing their physical activity, people with type 2 diabetes can lose fat that accumulates in the liver and …
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Why The Link Between Childhood Cancer and CT Scans May Be Overblown
Another study is adding to the growing body of evidence that CT scans in childhood can be linked to cancer later on.
To Scan or Not to Scan: Largest Study to Date Links Childhood CTs to Increased Cancer Risk
CT scans can reveal a remarkable amount of useful medical information, but more studies underscore the need to balance the benefits of that knowledge with the risks of being exposed to the scans’ small amounts of radiation.
Migraines Linked to Brain Lesions in Women
The latest research connects migraines with more of the brain lesions, although their health impact isn’t clear
Good News for Women With Dense Breasts: No Higher Risk of Breast Cancer Death
Women with dense breasts are considered at a higher risk of developing breast cancer, in part because their tumors can be harder to spot on a mammogram. But a recent and reassuring study finds that despite their slightly …
Would You Give Birth in an MRI Machine? A German Mom Did
It’s not clear why a 24-year-old German woman agreed to give birth amid the deafening knocks and thuds of an MRI machine. But doctors were psyched to gain real-time insight into how babies are born.
Too Many Scans? Use of CT Scans Triples, Study Finds
The use of CT scans, MRIs and other imaging tests has skyrocketed over the last 15 years, leading some experts to raise alarms over the potential risks of patients’ increased exposure to radiation.
Scientists Use Brain Scans to Peek at What Dogs Are Thinking
Is Fido really excited to see you? Or is the panting and tail wagging simply a sign that he’s anticipating a treat?
Experimental Prostate Cancer Treatment Shows Promise
An experimental treatment for prostate cancer tumors using high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) shows promise as an effective treatment with fewer side effects than existing therapies.
Bigger Brain and Higher IQ Linked with Specific Genetic Variants
Researchers have identified two genes that affect brain size and may be linked not only to IQ, but also to our risk of developing brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease.
Physicians Groups Call for Fewer Tests for Patients
Nine professional medical societies are urging doctors and patients to cut back on unnecessary tests and procedures. The question is, Are they listening?
Ultrasounds and MRIs Detect More Breast Cancer, Study Says
The breast cancer screening debate continues. A new study finds that adding ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs) tests to annual mammogram screenings can increase cancer detection in women with higher-than-average risk …