It’s not uncommon to hear people speak of being anxious about having to undergo an MRI scan. In fact, it is estimated that 12.5% of the population suffers from some sort of claustrophobia.
I recently had my screening mammogram after delaying it a few extra months during the COVID-19 pandemic. I must admit I was a bit anxious despite all the new precautions being taken to keep patients...
Stress and anxiety are unavoidable for cancer patients. From diagnosis to treatment to survivorship, patients may experience varying levels of stress. In fact, studies show that up to 49% of patients...
Pregnant women face added fears and concerns regarding the delivery of their new baby amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
On the surface, the role of the medical dosimetrist sounds a little intimidating, a Spock-like personality focused purely on numbers and science. After all - these are the people whose calculations...
In these uncertain times of COVID-19, it has become necessary to come up with ways in which to cope with the abundance of changes happening to our daily lives. Those changes can often lead to...
Choosing the right contrast and drinking protocol has a direct impact on an imaging department’s productivity.
Many times, patients will feel both queasiness and anxiousness. As a result, we are often asked by current customers if they can adhere two different Elequil aromatabs® on the patient to help...
Tattoos play an important role in treating cancer by ensuring the treatment plan is as accurate as possible. But for some patients, it’s a daily reminder of a dark experience.