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There are two main forms of lung cancer: non–small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). Staging determines the extent that the cancer has grown and spread. Learn more in the full patient-friendly animation provided by the ACR. tinyurl.com/wpzzmshr

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November 21, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Doctors typically use MRCP to help diagnose diseases of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, and pancreatic duct, or to evaluate pancreatitis. Dr. Latika Baranga guides you through complex terminology you may find in your report at tinyurl.com/3xefdf2j

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November 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Some imaging tests and treatments have special #Pediatric considerations. Look for the blue hand for child-specific content on RadiologyInfo.org

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November 19, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Chest MRI uses a magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of organs within the chest, including the lungs. Dr. Shawn Teague shows you how to prepare for the exam in the full video at tinyurl.com/yb3uhjuf

#LungCancerAwareness #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
November 18, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Many factors contribute to the development of #COPD: Smoking/secondhand smoke, air pollution, and long-term exposure to harmful dust or chemical fumes. Find treatment options at tinyurl.com/45raybht

#COPDAwareness #LungCancerAwareness #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
November 17, 2025 at 1:43 PM
For people 50 to 80 years old with 20 or more pack-years smoking history and who currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years, chest CT without intravenous contrast is usually appropriate. Learn more in this patient-friendly animation from the ACR at tinyurl.com/mp4nybx8

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November 14, 2025 at 1:43 PM
The #ChestXray is the most performed diagnostic x-ray exam, but the report may contain medical terminology and complex information. Dr. Joanna Escalon helps you understand your chest x-ray report in the full video at tinyurl.com/3w7t8r44

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November 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM
#Pneumonia is an infection that causes swelling in one or both lungs. Your doctor may do a physical exam and use chest x-ray, CT, ultrasound, or needle biopsy of the lung to help diagnose your condition. Learn more at tinyurl.com/mr48pm7a

#WorldPneumoniaDay #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
November 12, 2025 at 1:53 PM
In America we honor our #Veterans and active-duty military today for their service to our country. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice.

#VeteransDay
November 11, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) chest scans combine x-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to detect many abnormalities while using up to 90% less ionizing radiation than a regular chest CT scan. Get the latest info on #LungCancerScreening at tinyurl.com/yruzwkac.

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November 10, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Today we celebrate the 13th International Day of Radiology! Thank you to all radiology professionals for your contributions, value, and impact on the #PatientCare journey. Discover IDoR’s origin at tinyurl.com/2s4ef9zv

#IDoR2025 #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
November 8, 2025 at 1:45 PM
#HappyBirthday to Lise Meitner, an Austrian-Swedish #Physicist who was one of those responsible for discovering the element protactinium and nuclear fission. She received many honors, including the naming of chemical element 109 meitnerium.

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November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
#HappyBirthday to Marie Curie, a Polish and naturalized French #Physicist and chemist who conducted pioneering research on #Radioactivity. She was the first woman to win a #NobelPrize and the first person and only woman to win the Nobel Prize twice.

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November 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
A CT lung screen looks for lung cancer before symptoms start -- when it's easiest to treat and cure. Your report will be written for your doctor, so it may be hard to understand. Dr. Lauren Groner guides you through your Lung Cancer Screening report in the full video at tinyurl.com/4rf8s8ve

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November 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
In lung cancer screening, individuals who have a high risk of developing lung cancer, but no signs or symptoms of the disease undergo low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scanning of the chest. Learn more at tinyurl.com/458eyy2j

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November 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Radiologic technologists are vital members of the radiology team. They work directly with patients, explaining imaging procedures and positioning patients to get the best imaging views. Learn about their role at tinyurl.com/4hdexy3z

#NRTW25 #NRTW #RadiologyInfo
November 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
#LungCancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. Screening with CT has been demonstrated to reduce lung cancer mortality. Learn more about the disease, treatment, and screening at tinyurl.com/57c2xfc2

#LungCancerAwarenessMonth #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
November 3, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We’re channeling our inner Crypt Keeper to wish you a #HappyHalloween! 🐈‍⬛🎃👻

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October 31, 2025 at 12:44 PM
The ACR Appropriateness Criteria (AC) are the largest body of evidence-based guidelines in medical imaging. Share easy-to-read summaries of the AC with your patients to help them decide which procedure/treatment is best for them at tinyurl.com/32evu6fk

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October 30, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Do you know the 5 signs of #Stroke? Learning when to act could make all the difference. Find out more at tinyurl.com/2s32kcwj

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October 29, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Breast ultrasound is used to help diagnose breast abnormalities detected during a physical exam, mammogram, or breast MRI. Dr. Elissa R. Price walks you through the exam in the full video at tinyurl.com/2avu5khf

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
October 28, 2025 at 12:38 PM
The goal of screening exams is to discover a disease at an early stage so that it can be successfully treated. Learn about the most common types of #Screening, such as #Mammography, CT colonography and calcium scoring by watching the full video at tinyurl.com/yw9vnf5w

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October 27, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Head CT uses special x-ray equipment to help assess head injuries, severe headaches, dizziness, and other symptoms of #Aneurysm, bleeding, #Stroke, and brain tumors. Learn more about head CT at tinyurl.com/4tsam9kh

#RadiologyInfo #BrainAneurysm #Radsky
October 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Your #MedicalImaging history might not make the trip when visiting a new healthcare provider. Keeping a record of your imaging history may prevent exams from being repeated unnecessarily. Download our medical imaging history card at tinyurl.com/226mxjp4

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October 24, 2025 at 1:05 PM
“If you don’t do it, no one else will.” Learn why Carrie gets a #Mammogram every year starting at age 40 at tinyurl.com/43w888am

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #RadiologyInfo #Radsky
October 23, 2025 at 12:44 PM