Health Tips
Three Smart Ways to Stop Cervical Cancer
Too many women don’t talk about cervical cancer. They don’t know that it used to be one of the highest causes of cancer deaths among American women. Or that just by following some basic recommendations, they can drastically reduce their risk of getting it. In honor of Cervical Health Awareness Month, we want to educate families in our community about preventive cervical care.
Read moreThe Top Four Health Screenings to Consider in 2019
How long has it been since you saw your family doctor? When was your last mammogram? Too often, basic preventive health measures are delayed for “more important” things. But according to the CDC, if everyone in the U.S. received the recommended clinical preventive care, more than 100,000 lives could be saved each year. Consider the following regular screenings to help your physicians detect health issues in their earliest stages:
Read moreSaving Lives and Supporting Families through Breast Cancer Education
October is the month of pink. Families walk and race in pink. Athletes take the field in pink. And pink ribbons adorn cars and shirt collars. Breast Cancer Awareness Month unites people worldwide to promote breast cancer education, research and early screening. Because almost all of us know someone who has been impacted by this life-threatening disease—and early detection can save lives in our community.
Read morePink in the Park Kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer touches families in our community every day. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 260,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year alone. Pink in the Park is a free event created to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the Triad and support all the women, family members and friends who have been affected.
Read moreWhat Can You Do for Women’s Health?
Too often, women spend so much time and energy protecting family members from getting sick that they forget to pay attention to their own health. Women’s bodies put them at risk for unique health problems, and even issues that can affect both men and women often impact women differently or more severely.
Read moreRaising Awareness for Sarcoma: The Forgotten Cancer
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month. According to the Sarcoma Foundation of America, sarcoma is often considered “the forgotten cancer” due to the public’s lack of understanding and awareness of the disease. At DRI Greensboro Imaging, we want to help educate Triad residents about this rare form of cancer and promote advocacy in our community.
Read moreMen’s Health Month
This month is Men’s Health Month which means it’s a perfect time to prioritize health and wellness choices that specifically apply to men. Consider getting recommended screenings and making sure your medical history is up-to-date. At DRI Greensboro Imaging, we’re here to offer some tips to support all the men out there looking to make healthy decisions this June and all year long.
Read moreCT Scan vs. MRI: What to Expect During Your Screening
Imaging can be intimidating. It’s perfectly normal for patients to have questions and feelings of uncertainty. Which imaging test is right for me? What should I expect? What if they find something? At DRI Greensboro Imaging, the care of our local Triad residents is our top priority, so we want to help alleviate your concerns as much as we can in advance. Understanding how your procedure works and what to expect can help you feel prepared and more comfortable when you arrive.
Read moreInvesting in Early Detection of Liver Disease
DRI is pleased to announce that we have invested in new ultrasound equipment that contains revolutionary shear wave imaging technology. This equipment will allow us to perform ultrasound elastography studies on the liver.
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