Health Screenings

Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common type of cancer and the 3rd leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Colonoscopies have long been the standard screening procedure…

Lung nodules are small masses of tissue found in the lung. Most lung nodules are found to be non-cancerous. But how does a doctor determine whether or not they are…

1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. A prostate biopsy is commonly used to diagnose prostate cancer. But a non-invasive, non-surgical alternative exists: prostate…

If you or your doctor finds evidence of a lump or tumor in your breast, the next step is to determine whether or not the lump is cancerous. Your doctor…

A breast self-exam is an important practice and a powerful free way to take your health into your own hands. This practice may lead to detecting breast cancer in its…

Did your doctor say you have “dense breast tissue?” If you’re wondering what that means or are concerned about the implications, we’re here to help you out. Dense breast tissue…

Your radiologist might recommend Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) for many reasons— perhaps because you already had a mammogram that indicated you need more testing, or maybe you just have dense breast…

At the UVA Breast Care Program, we understand that, whether this is your first time or your twelfth time getting a mammogram, you can be a little nervous in anticipation.…

Have you heard your doctor talk about or suggest a 3D mammogram, but aren’t sure how it differs from regular mammography? 3D mammography (also called Tomosynthesis) can help doctors detect…

Generally speaking, it is safe to have an x-ray while pregnant when the benefits of an x-ray outweigh the risks. However, there are a few different factors to consider when…

If your doctor has ordered you to have a medical imaging exam, you may have a test that uses contrast dye. Contrast dye (also called medical imaging contrast, or contrast…

Have you ever found yourself wondering “Who is the person that prepares and positions me for my imaging exam?” or “Who is the person that takes my medical image?”  A…

Did you know that the person most people think is their radiologist is actually the technologist? Techs are the ones who set you up in the imaging machine and operate the…

When you make an appointment to get a mammogram, perhaps these common questions come to mind: When can I get my results? How long will this take? How often should…