New Treatment for Bone Re-Growth
A drug originally used to treat iron poisoning has been found to significantly boost the body's own ability to heal and re-grow injured bones, according to a study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Researchers injected the drug desferoxamine (or DF), which is designed to reduce iron overload, into injured mouse bones. DF was found to trigger the growth of new blood vessels, which in turn initiated bone re-growth and healing. The bone density surrounding the injury more than doubled to 2.6 cubic millimeters in treated bones versus 1.2 cubic millimeters in untreated bones. Researchers say the blood vessel growth and bone healing was achieved through a cell pathway that helps the body respond to low oxygen levels, a common problem when bone fracture and disease affect blood supply. (Read more about New Treatment for Bone Re-Growth)
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FISH on Chips and ...Cancer?
New diagnostic technology developed at the University of Alberta will allow for a quicker and more effective diagnosis of cancer, uniquely called fish-on-a-chip. The so-called FISH (or "fluorescent in situ hybridization") is a test that checks for a mutation of chromosomes in several different types of cancer. While thought to be highly effective, FISH tests had been used only in clinical trials because of their expense and time involvement. (Read more about FISH on Chips and ...Cancer?)
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Marijuana Brain Study
Some might say that marijuana is not a dangerous drug overall. But new research released today suggests that it can have a profound negative impact on the development of the adolescent brain, and maybe even predispose one to schizophrenia. With the drinking age at 21, many teens turn to marijuana as a way to get high. And many would argue, that given the two evils, marijuana is a lesser one. That can be debated at length, but consider the new research which shows that adolescents who are heavy pot smokers have visual changes on their brain scans--showing diminished development in key areas, which are important for higher level thinking. (Read more about Marijuana Brain Study)
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Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | General Radiology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
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As women pass through the stage of menopause, osteoporosis becomes a greater concern in their lives. If not properly addressed, this can mean bones that are less dense and more susceptible to fracture later in life. You need to know if you are at risk and bone density testing at Ridgefield Diagnostic Imaging in Ridgefield, Fairfield County, Connecticut can help you get the peace of mind that comes with knowing.
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Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | General Radiology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 837-8158
Prompt x-rays are an important part of diagnosing medical conditions in today's world. In almost any area of medicine, an X-ray can make a difference in understanding what is happening inside of your body, so you want the best in the business to take care of you. Near Ridgefield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, Lawrence Hospital Center provides their community with quick and reliable imaging services so that they can get the treatment they need.
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Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | General Radiology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 837-8158
Lawrence Hospital Center offers fully digital imaging services at their convenient location near Ridgefield, Connecticut. At Lawrence Hospital Center, Board-Certified radiologists interpret the CT-Scan results. All their highly skilled radiologists are certified by the American Board of Radiology, and are fellowship trained in specialized areas of radiological care, including mammography, MRI and ultrasound. Choose Lawrence Hospital Center near Fairfield County, Connecticut for your CT-Scan and diagnostic imaging needs.
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Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging | General Radiology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 837-8158
Breast cancer is a concern of women everywhere and it's important to have regular check ups and exams to ensure breast and overall health. Having a mammogram is an essential part of regular medical upkeep for women to detect lumps in the breast that may affect health. At Lawrence Hospital Center near Fairfield County, Connecticut, doctors can easily accommodate most busy schedules with same day and next day appointments.
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