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If you’re in need of an ultrasound, Western Washington Medical Group’s Imaging Center is available to serve you! Though it’s common to think of a pregnant woman when we think of an ultrasound, the test is actually used for a number of diagnostic purposes. In this post,…
WWMG StaffComments Off on An Overview of Ultrasound: Types, Cost, and What the Test Reveals
About MRI’s If your healthcare provider recommended that you get an MRI test, you may have questions about what to expect. In this post, we’ll explore what an MRI test is, how much it costs, how long the procedure takes, what the MRI test results may reveal and how you…
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In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to stay on top of our health. One of the most important ways we can do so, starting in our 20s, is to be periodically screened for different types of cancer. Early detection can be key to eliminating cancer, or slowing its…
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There is sometimes confusion surrounding lung cancer screening protocols. In this post, we’ll define what a low-dose lung cancer screening (LDCT) is; discuss who should be screened and what the risks are for those who choose to have the procedure. We’ll also explore the types of…
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, and second leading cause of death second only to heart disease! November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and brings awareness to the ways we can all strive to improve our lung health. The first is…
WWMG StaffComments Off on An Overview of Ultrasound: Types, Cost, and What the Test Reveals
In the past, the most common way to detect lung cancer in a patient was to administer a traditional chest CT scan, which would identify cancers the size of a dime or larger and take up to 15 minutes. Now, doctors have a faster, more precise way of finding cancer…
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