Screening and diagnostic mammography can be confusing for women, although the aim, process, and focus of imaging are different for the two. To help you understand the difference between diagnostic and screening mammography, here are some explanations. The Aim of the Examination Diagnostic mammography investigates abnormalities in the breast identified through self or clinical examinations. […]
The American Cancer Society confirms that lung cancer has the highest cancer mortality rate in women and men. Lung cancer does not show any signs in its initial stage. According to doctors, the best way to diagnose lung cancer in the early stage is early screening. The current lung cancer screening law states that only […]
Colon cancer is the world’s third most common type of cancer, and fourth when it comes to the causes of cancer-associated deaths. The complex disease is linked to both lifestyle and genetic factors. To reduce death and suffering, oncologists conduct tests to prevent colon cancer or spot it at its earliest stages. Can You Have […]
COVID-19 has left many women undecided whether or not to postpone or avoid their breast cancer screening. But most breast cancer clinics and breast cancer screening facilities have put COVID-19 safety protocols in place and continue to help patients. Breast cancer is treatable when caught early. For cancer treatment, screening tests are used to detect […]
A new study has confirmed that nicotine helps lung cancer to spread to the brain. Nicotine is not carcinogenic but is mainly responsible for the addictive nature of cigarettes. It is used in a lot of products like nicotine patches, which help people quit smoking. According to the new study, nicotine is very harmful, especially […]