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ACS: Cancer mortality continues to drop

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Cancer mortality rates continue to drop -- although incidence of the disease is rising in women, according to an annual study released by the American Cancer Society (ACS). The report, called "Cancer Statistics 2025," shows that the cancer mortality rate declined by 34% from 1991 to 2022 in the U.S., averting approximately 4.5 million deaths. But this positive statistic is shadowed by an increasing incidence of many cancer types among women and younger adults, including cancers of the oral cavit

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COVID restrictions left many rad tech students 'very unprepared' for workforce

Health Imaging

New survey data indicate that addressing the effect of technologists missed opportunities during their training may be a yearslong effort.

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Oxford Brain Diagnostics gets FDA nod for brain MRI software

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Oxford Brain Diagnostics' CDM Insights software has been granted 510(k) clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Powered by the Oxford, England-based company's cortical disarray measurement technology, CDM Insights allows for clinical assessment of the brain's microstructures via MRI scans. Healthcare practitioners can use this data to evaluate patients with neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease.

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Brookfield Zoo dolphin gets prenatal ultrasound

Health Imaging

Allie, a 37-year-old bottlenose dolphin, is reportedly in her second trimester of pregnancy and is giving researchers a unique opportunity to study the gestational period in dolphins.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

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.

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Actineer appoints new president, CEO

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Actineer, a joint venture between ITM and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) has appointed Joseph Oliverio as president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Joseph Oliverio. Business Wire Oliverio's work will focus on leading Actineers global expansion in actinium-225 (Ac-225) production as demand for the alpha-emitter continues to rise. Oliverio joins Actineer with over 30 years of leadership experience across the nuclear medicine, medical device, and radiopharmaceutical industries, including ro

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Current topics in mammography

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Mammography remains one of the most critical areas of radiology practice -- and one that is facing changes in reporting requirements and reimbursement policy. Even with additional mammography reporting requirements placed on radiology practices, the reimbursement value of mammography services has not changed to reflect the extra work. However, changes to screening policy could provide increased mammography volume.

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Congressional Medicare advisors recommend tying radiologist pay increases to inflation

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The American Medical Association this week criticized cuts to physician pay, while Medicare Advantage plans are slated to see a 4.33% boost.

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Woman dies after radiologist missed ‘slipped’ gastric band

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A woman died in a hospital in Huddersfield, England, after a radiologist failed to report that her gastric band had "slipped," according to a January 16 BBC report. Gemma Marshall, 44, from Halifax, died on March 15, 2024 "from the consequences" of the device's movement, according to the assistant coroner for West Yorkshire, Steve Eccleston, the BBC said.

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Private equity firm PSG invests $80M in radiology vendor Core Sound Imaging

Radiology Business

Its flagship product is the Studycast imaging workflow platform, which CSI billed as more than a picture archiving and communication system.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

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.

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ACR partners to create AI foundational model assessment website

Health Imaging

Christoph Wald, MD, vice chair of the American College of Radiology Board of Chancellors, explains the partnerships with academic institutions to create the Health AI Challenge will help provide a better understanding of how foundational AI models work.

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Machine learning can predict immunotherapy response in NSCLC patients

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Machine learning (ML) can help clinicians predict immunotherapy response in patients with inoperable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a study published January 16 in Diagnostic Interventional Radiology. The findings could help clinicians better tailor treatment for these patients, wrote a team led by Siyun Lin, MD, of Huadong Hospital at Fudan University in Shanghai, China.

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Can AI Bolster Breast Cancer Detection in DBT Screening?

Diagnostic Imaging

In sequential breast cancer screening with digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), true positive examinations had more than double the AI case score of true negative examinations and the highest positive AI score changes from previous exams, according to new research.

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Understanding Foot & Ankle Alignment After Total Ankle Arthroplasty Using WBCT

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At the International Weight Bearing CT Society (WBCT) session during the 2024 European Foot & Ankle Society congress in Brussels, Federico Usuelli, MD, a foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon at Humanitas San Pio X in Milan, Italy, discussed the adoption and challenges of using weight-bearing CT (WBCT) scans in their orthopedic practice with a focus on foot and ankle alignment.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

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.

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Cold Calling Isn’t Dead, It’s Dominating: How to Bring It Back Into Your Recruiting Business w/ Danny Cahill

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Picking up the phone might be the oldest recruiting method in the book but in recent years, its been outperforming modern strategies by a massive margin. With more recruiters choosing tech tools, the phone lines that used to be crowded are now wide open for the taking, making the phone the ultimate differentiator. A few years ago, the market was so good that just about any recruiter could get a placement without even talking to people.

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Core Sound Imaging nets $80M in funding for Studycast platform

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Core Sound Imaging, provider of the medical imaging platform Studycast, raised $80 million through a growth investment from PSG, a growth equity firm that specializes in partnering with software and technology-enabled service companies. The investment will support Studycasts plans to help accelerate its growth in core verticals, enter new clinical areas, and further enable AI usage on its platform.

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FDA Clears Brain MRI-Based Software for Assessing Cortical Disarray Measurement

Diagnostic Imaging

The CDM Insights software, which can be utilized with scans from 1.5T and 3T MRI, reportedly provides new measurements of cortical thickness and brain microstructure.

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Ultrasound-Directed Microbubbles Boost Immune Response Against Tumors

MedImaging MRI

A novel method that uses ultrasound-guided microbubbles to enhance T-cell activity could improve and complement existing cancer treatments.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

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.

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Enhancing Everyday Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Open Medscience

Everyday skills for autism develop through consistency, tailored support, structured learning, and engaging practical activities daily. The post Enhancing Everyday Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder appeared first on Open MedScience.

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Different plaque types and its association with the volume and attenuation of pericoronary adipose tissue as assessed by coronary computed tomography angiography

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Publication date: Available online 15 January 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Qiu Sun, Mengyuan Jing, Huaze Xi, Wei Ren, Hao Zhu, Yuanyuan Wang, Qing Liu, Junlin Zhou

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Understanding Weight Gaining During Pregnancy

Open Medscience

Weight gain during pregnancy is essential for fetal development, maternal energy, and overall health when properly managed. The post Understanding Weight Gaining During Pregnancy appeared first on Open MedScience.

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Re: Utility of zero echo time (ZTE) sequence for assessing bony lesions of skull base and calvarium

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Publication date: Available online 16 January 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Michael Jackson

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

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.

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EMTT Therapy for Chronic Pain

Maven Imaging

Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions, limiting mobility and diminishing their quality of life. Traditional treatments like pills and invasive procedures, while effective for some, often come with serious side effects that may not suit every patient.

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Letter to the Editor: Comments to “The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features of intracranial lesions in myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein-immunoglobulin G–associated disease (MOGAD)”

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Publication date: Available online 16 January 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Hazal Ceren Manazolu, Murat Krtnc

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ACR reviewing proposed rule changes to HIPAA Security Rule

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The American College of Radiology (ACR) is reviewing proposed cybersecurity changes to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule. The changes, proposed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, aim to substantially increase the rigidness of the cybersecurity requirements for regulated entities in the security rule.

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