Radiology Business
JULY 31, 2024
Three years after recovery, individuals with diabetes had higher incidence of respiratory symptoms, lung abnormalities on CT scans, and problems moving oxygen into the blood.
Health Imaging
JULY 31, 2024
Improving the detection of pulmonary embolism has been a popular target among multiple AI vendors.
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Radiology Business
JULY 31, 2024
Dana Smetherman, MD, MBA, explains some of the hot button issues in imaging and key advocacy efforts being undertaken by the college.
Health Imaging
JULY 31, 2024
The organization is teaming up with CereMark Pharma to conduct research on improving outcomes in soldiers and athletes with neurodegenerative conditions.
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Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.
Radiology Business
JULY 31, 2024
The Equitable Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act would allow Medicare to reimburse for certain pharmacist-administered tests, treatments and vaccinations.
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Radiology Business
JULY 31, 2024
In the year ending July 23, the publicly traded company saw its stock price leap 86% while market capitalization climbed 97%, up to $4.8 billion.
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
Claritas HealthTech has spun off its nuclear medicine division into a separate company named Claritas NucMed Technologies. Claritas NucMed was established and registered in the U.K. and will focus on the global commercialization, delivery, and deployment of its nuclear medicine suite of software solutions for PET and SPECT, the company said. Claritas received clearance from the U.S.
ScienceDaily
JULY 31, 2024
Neurotransmitter levels in the brain can indicate brain health and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. However, the protective blood-brain barrier (BBB) makes delivering fluorescent sensors that can detect these small molecules to the brain difficult. Now, researchers demonstrate a way of packaging these sensors for easy passage across the BBB in mice, allowing for improved brain imaging.
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
The National Imaging Informatics Course (NIIC) will return online September 23 to 27. The week-long, online course is a partnership between the RSNA and the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) and offers an opportunity for professionals at all levels to expand their knowledge of imaging informatics, according to the RSNA. Now in its eighth year, the course is open to trainees, practicing radiologists, and scientists in radiology and pathology and was designed to benefit everyone f
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Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.
Imaging Technology
JULY 31, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/31/2024 - 07:30 July 31, 2024 — In a head-to-head comparison with FDG PET/CT , FDG PET/MRI demonstrated comparable or superior diagnostic performance across a range of cancers and endpoints, according to the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ). “The findings help to identify clinical settings where PET/MRI may provide particular clinical benefit for oncologic evaluation,” wrote corresponding author Raymond Poon, MPH , of the program in evidence-based care at
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
GE HealthCare reported 1% growth in organic revenues and a slight increase in profitability in its second quarter of 2024. For the period (end-June 30), GE HealthCare had total revenues of $4.839 billion, flat compared with $4.817 billion in the in the same period last year. However, organic revenues reached $4.881 billion, up 1%, from $4.817 billion in the second quarter of last year.
Imaging Technology
JULY 31, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/31/2024 - 07:00 July 31, 2024 — The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT ) announced the three Registered Technologists (R.T.s) who earned honors in this year’s I Am the Gold Standard program. They are: • Arianna Apodaca, B.S.R.T., R.T.(T)(ARRT) • Wayne Stenzel, R.T.(R)(MR)(ARRT) • Patrick Wojtylak, M.H.S.A., R.T.
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
Bracco Group subsidiary Bracco Imaging and Burl Concepts have entered a strategic partnership focused on diagnosing and treating stroke patients. San Diego, CA-based Burl manufactures portable battery-powered ultrasound devices for noninvasive and transcranial diagnosis of strokes. Under the agreement, Bracco will manufacture a microbubble solution for use with Burl’s Sonas device, a system designed for assessing blood perfusion in the brain, which is key for diagnosing ischemic stroke.
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About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.
Atlantis Worldwide
JULY 31, 2024
Let’s face it. Medical imaging equipment doesn’t last forever. That said, it’s important to understand the difference between “End of Life” and End Of Service Support in order to save money and resources.
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
Strong performance in its Varian and Diagnostics business segments propelled Siemens Healthineers to 7% comparable revenue growth in its third quarter. For the period (end-June 30), Siemens had 5.423 million euros ($5.87 billion U.S.), up 4.3% from the 5.201 billion euros ($5.63 billion) generated in the third quarter of 2023. The company had third-quarter net income of 472 million ($510.9 million) in net income, compared with net income of 451 million euros ($488.2 million) a year ago.
Diagnostic Imaging
JULY 31, 2024
New research shows that photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) at an effective dose of 0.79 mSv provided significantly higher signal-to-noise ratios for urinary calculi (kidney stone) detection than energy-integrating detector CT at 1.39 mSv.
AuntMinnie
JULY 31, 2024
An American Cancer Society (ACS) study has found that cancer incidence rates are rising among Generation Xers and Millennials in 17 of 34 cancer types, including breast, pancreatic, and gastric. The research showed that mortality rates are also increasing, particularly in conjunction with liver, uterine, gallbladder, testicular, and colorectal cancers, a team led by Hyuna Sung, MD, of the ACS reported.
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Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.
Diagnostic Imaging
JULY 31, 2024
Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) had a significantly higher cancer detection rate (CDR) in comparison to two consecutive post-DBT rounds of digital mammography, according to a new secondary analysis of the Malmo Breast Tomosynthesis Screening Trial (MBTST).
Imaging Technology
JULY 31, 2024
christine.book Wed, 07/31/2024 - 17:02 July 31, 2024 — The National Imaging Informatics Course (NIIC), a pioneering program in the radiology field, will return online September 23–27, 2024. This week-long, online course, a partnership between the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ) and the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine ( SIIM ), offers a unique opportunity for professionals at all levels to expand their knowledge of imaging informatics.
MRI Network
JULY 31, 2024
Recruitment firms don’t only work with small companies and corporations. They also partner with holding companies, a type of business entity that doesn’t sell services or products but owns the controlling stock interest in other businesses. Diversified holding companies own a controlling interest in many types of companies and their hiring needs across business sectors.
MedImaging Imaging IT
JULY 31, 2024
Keeping pace with the industry, the MEDICA and COMPAMED trade fairs are holding their own with their combination of globally unique platforms for business and information, serving the entire added value chain of medical technology systems and products.
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Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.
Aidoc
JULY 31, 2024
Conditions like aortic aneurysms (AA) require timely diagnosis and meticulous management to prevent life-threatening complications. Recent advancements in AI have revolutionized the way healthcare professionals approach AA care – both in the domain of thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) – leading to significant improvements in patient outcomes.
MedImaging Imaging IT
JULY 31, 2024
The Radiological Society of North America has opened registration for its 110th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, the world’s leading annual radiology forum, to be held at McCormick Place Chicago, Dec. 1-5.
Maven Imaging
JULY 31, 2024
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) machines are revolutionizing dental imaging, offering a 3D view of the jawbone, teeth, and surrounding structures. This technology empowers dentists to diagnose complex dental issues, plan implant procedures more precisely, and improve overall patient care.
JVIR
JULY 31, 2024
The aim of this study was to use calculated aldosterone concentration in the right adrenal vein (RAV) (cAldoRAV) for identifying the dominant side of aldosterone secretion in patients with primary aldosteronism undergoing adrenocorticotropic hormone-stimulated adrenal venous sampling (AVS).
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As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?
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