Early detection remains the best way to improve survival rates of breast cancer. Millions of women know the importance of and participate in regularly scheduled screening mammograms, but there has been varied recommendations in the news around the... Continued
With the start of spring, there's one thing New Englanders always look forward to: warmer weather. And if you’re a runner, that means the end of treadmill season! As the Boston Marathon approaches, many runners will be pushing themselves to hit the... Continued
Many annual deductibles, flexible spending, health savings and overall insurance benefits renew at the end of December. If your doctor has recommended an MRI, don’t wait to schedule the appointment. Continued
Ovarian cancer is a disease in which cancerous cells are found inside or near the ovaries. Early detection for ovarian cancer is very important, in fact, when ovarian cancer is diagnosed and treated in the earliest stages (stage I or II), the... Continued
The wave of the future in breast cancer screening is now available only on Cape Cod. Continued
When you doctor tells you that you’ll need an MRI scan, you’ll likely have a few questions on your mind. However, are they the right ones? Shields MRI, the largest MRI network in New England, shares the five questions you SHOULD be asking when your... Continued
X-rays, MRI, CT, PET & PET/CT are just some of the more familiar imaging technologies today used to see what’s happening inside of us. While these advanced imaging techniques are common today, there is often confusion about what the differences are... Continued
Ahhh…summertime. Warm weather means outdoor sports, vacations, exercise and …shoulder injuries? That’s right, shoulder injuries. Many classic outdoor activities during the summer months are “overhand/overhead” ones like baseball, softball, tennis,... Continued
