Fri.Apr 05, 2024

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Steadily declining mammography screening rates have hit a historic low, new data show

Radiology Business

The proportion of women undergoing breast cancer imaging has dropped significantly from the historic peak seen between 2007 and 2010.

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Loss of Smell is a Precursor to Cognitive Impairment in Gulf War Veterans

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

Many veterans with Gulf War illness report losing their sense of smell. Because anosmia is recognized as a potential early symptom of diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, Linda Chao, PhD , of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, has sought to identify if anosmia in GW veterans could be predictive of impaired cognitive function.

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Senate Finance Committee plans hearing to discuss radiologist Medicare payment reform

Radiology Business

The American College of Radiology praised the hearing as a potential first step to address inadequate reimbursement levels under the federal payment program.

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Bone health appears normal in transgender youth on hormone therapy

AuntMinnie

Bone mineral density (BMD) is only slightly below the normal average among transgender youth undergoing gender-affirming hormone therapy, according to a study by researchers at the University of Colorado in Aurora. A team of pediatricians analyzed results from dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans in a group of transgender youth who participated in a trial at Children's Hospital Colorado between 2016 and 2018 to evaluate insulin sensitivity and body composition.

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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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RLS Radiopharmacies purchases Gallium-68 generators for all its locations

Health Imaging

The supply agreement with Eckert & Ziegler will ensure radiopharmaceuticals are available for PET imaging and cancer treatment plans.

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Thickening of artery wall, reduced heart function linked to HIV

Health Imaging

HIV carries a fourfold increase in risk of sudden cardiac death, even in asymptomatic patients.

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Biannual Mammogram are not Frequent Enough

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) currently recommends that women begin breast cancer screening mammograms at age 40 and receive them biannually thereafter. Bonnie Joe, MD, PhD , Division Chief of Breast Imaging at UCSF’s Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, contends that biannual screenings are not frequent enough and the standard should instead be annual screenings.

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Shimadzu acquires California X-ray Imaging Services

AuntMinnie

Shimadzu Medical Systems USA has acquired one of its distributors, Vacaville-based California X-ray Imaging Services (CIS). Since 1992, CIS's focus has been throughout northern California and northern Nevada. The acquisition allows Long Beach-based Shimadzu an opportunity to enhance customer relationships in the region and the future growth of Shimadzu, according to the vendor.

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AI-Guided Handheld Ultrasound System Helps Capture Diagnostic-Quality Cardiac Images

MedImaging Ultrasound

An advanced handheld ultrasound system integrated with artificial intelligence-driven software enables rapid cardiac echocardiographic assessments at the point of care.

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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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Clinical value of some knee and hip MRIs questioned

AuntMinnie

While MRI-detected biomarkers may serve a beneficial role for people with hip and knee pain, the modality's clinical utility may be limited in patients over the age of 45 in patients with advanced osteoarthritis, according to an article published in the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ). After performing a systematic review and meta-analysis of current literature to assess the clinical utility of MRI in this patient population, NYU Langone Health researchers found several knee structural

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Novel Blood Test Could Reduce Need for PET Imaging of Patients with Alzheimer’s

MedImaging General Imaging

New study findings have revealed that a novel amyloid blood test could reduce reliance on PET imaging for some patients experiencing mild cognitive issues to enable therapeutic focus on non-Alzheimer's disease causes.

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Clinical deterioration AI contributes to reduced care escalation risk

Health IT Analytics

An AI-driven clinical deterioration intervention was associated with a 10.4 percent reduction in the risk of escalations of care during hospitalization.

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PET Imaging Study Suggests Possible Chemotherapy-Free Pathway for Treating Early Breast Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

Utilizing PET imaging to assess pathologic complete response to the combination of trastuzumab and pertuzumab for patients with HER2-positive breast cancer, researchers noted a 94.8 percent rate of invasive disease-free survival at three years.

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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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UCSF Breast Imaging Experts Advise Annual Screening Mammograms

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) currently recommends that women begin breast cancer screening mammograms at age 40 and receive them every two years thereafter. Bonnie Joe, MD, PhD , Division Chief of Breast Imaging at UCSF’s Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, contends that biennial screenings are not frequent enough and the standard should instead be annual screenings.

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MRI shows preeclampsia's effect on maternal heart, fetal brain

AuntMinnie

MRI reveals the negative effects of preeclampsia on pregnant women's hearts and on the brains of their fetuses, according to research published in the April issue of Hypertension. The results highlight MRI's benefits as a prenatal assessment tool, wrote a group led by Megan Hall, MD, of St Thomas' Hospital in London, U.K. "As well as giving insight into the immediate pathophysiological impact of preeclampsia, [MRI] holds potential as a valuable tool for risk stratification both antenatally and w

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EchoNous Announces Revolutionary AI Enhancements in Upcoming Kosmos Release for Apple iOS

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 04/05/2024 - 21:25 April 5, 2024 — EchoNous , a leading innovator in ultrasound technology, announced the upcoming Kosmos 2.2 release on Apple iOS , a monumental update enriched with powerful new automated enhancements and significant workflow improvements, setting a new standard in point-of-care (POCUS) imaging. With the introduction of Kosmos 2.2, scheduled for release in the coming weeks, EchoNous is proud to debut two pioneering AI -driven features designed to continue making P

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Is your equipment helping or hurting patient communication?

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Brian Bradfield. With existing scheduling backlogs, radiology technologists are feeling the pressure to move fast. While patient volumes have swelled, staffing challenges have left a less-than-optimal workforce with a bigger workload. A critical element of care can suffer on account of this pressure: patient communication. Effective patient communication is already a topic of concern in radiology.

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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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BLS Employment Situation Report: March 2024

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Analysts were anticipating a slight cooling in overall labor market conditions with non-farm payroll hiring expected near the 2000,000-mark in this month’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) payroll report. Once again, today’s BLS data, indicating a jobs gain of 303,000, surprised the experts. March results are higher than the average gain of 231,000 over the prior 12 months, partially driven by an uptick in government hiring.

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Bienial Mammograms are not Frequent Enough

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) currently recommends that women begin breast cancer screening mammograms at age 40 and receive them biannually thereafter. Bonnie Joe, MD, PhD , Division Chief of Breast Imaging at UCSF’s Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, contends that biannual screenings are not frequent enough and the standard should instead be annual screenings.

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Dartmouth event bats around promise, shortcomings of AI in healthcare

AuntMinnie

Dartmouth's Center for Precision Health and Artificial Intelligence held its first symposium April 3 featuring leaders from radiology, pathology, and more. A keynote delivered by Curtis Langlotz, MD, PhD, professor of radiology, medicine, and biomedical data science at Stanford University, summarized that AI algorithms can assist radiologists at every step of the imaging process.

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MRI for Hip, Knee Pain in Patients 45 Years Old and Older

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 04/05/2024 - 21:30 April 5, 2024 — Osteoarthritis — not age — may play the greatest role in determining the utility of MRI for patients 45 years old and older with hip or knee pain, according to the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR). “Several structural lesions on knee MRI correlating with symptoms may represent imaging biomarkers used as treatment targets,” wrote first AJR author Erin F.

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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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CDL Nuclear Technologies launches mobile cardiac PET/CT trailer

AuntMinnie

CDL Nuclear Technologies has launched a mobile cardiac PET/CT trailer, the company announced. The mobile cardiac PET/CT trailer is designed for healthcare facilities that do not have on-site advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities, have limited access to innovative imaging tools, or are looking to expand their cardiovascular service line offerings at a lower cost, according to CDL.

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Integrated Reporting: A Holistic Approach to Financial Reporting

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There has been a remarkable shift in financial reporting over the past few years. Simply put, numbers are no longer enough. These days, investors, customers, and prospective staff want to know more about a business than its profit and loss. They also want to know about a business’s values and dedication to its surrounding community. This shift in preferences has led to a rise in integrated reporting.

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Shimadzu Medical Systems acquires California-based imaging products and services provider

Radiology Business

Founded in 1992, Vacaville-based California X-ray Imaging Services Inc. is an authorized distributor for several leading imaging manufacturers.

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RLS Radiopharmacies Partners with Eckert and Ziegler to Expand Production of Gallium-68-Based Radiopharmaceuticals

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:31 April 5, 2024 — RLS Radiopharmacies , America’s only Joint Commission-accredited radiopharmacy network, today announced it has expanded its radiopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing (rCDMO) capabilities by entering into a strategic agreement with global isotope technology leader Eckert & Ziegler.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

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?