We all know smoking is bad for our health, but did you know smoking cigarettes is the cause of almost 9 out of 10 lung cancer diagnoses? Furthermore, tobacco smoke has more than 7,000 chemicals, hundreds of those being toxic, and approximately 70 of them can cause cancer. According to …
Every year families across the nation are affected by breast or cervical cancer diagnoses. Cancer does not discriminate; it can show up at any time. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. That is an alarming …
September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month to draw attention to atrial fibrillation symptoms and help patients become more proactive to get an earlier diagnosis. Staying vigilant about your health is a great way to stay ahead of any issues and catch the problem faster, which can save lives. It is …
Greater Waterbury Imaging Center (GWIC) is a comprehensive imaging center that is committed to providing patients with comfortable, safe, and fast exam services while producing accurate results. We have gained the trust of community physicians and patients for our outstanding attention to patient care and our knowledgeable MRI Technologists. Each …
May is National Stroke Awareness Month and is the perfect time to talk about the symptoms of stroke, stroke prevention strategies, and how stroke affects women. A stroke occurs when blood circulation to the brain is impeded or when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures. Blood brings oxygen to …
Michael J. Fox has been the face of Parkinson’s disease since being diagnosed with it more than 30 years ago. The star of such hit movies as Back to the Future and the television series Family Ties has done countless commercials and interviews over the years to educate people about …
