If your doctor gives you an order for diagnostic medical imaging, you may wonder why they prescribed an MRI or a CT scan. MRI and CT scans are some of the most common types of medical imaging performed. Both procedures provide images of the human body and are used by various medical specialties, like orthopedics...Read More

Recommended Medical Tests by Age Maintaining your good health as you age goes beyond routinely checking your blood pressure and lab values. It also means getting recommended screening exams–especially once you reach age 40.Most women know they should start getting an annual mammogram for breast cancer screening after their 40th birthday, but you may be...Read More

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast cancer could be called a “family disease.” Not only does breast cancer run in families, but all family members feel the effect of a diagnosis and later treatment. That’s why breast cancer prevention should be considered a family affair. Learn the breast cancer awareness facts. Get your...Read More

Fearful of tight spaces? Worried you won’t fit inside an MRI machine? We Hear You. And We Can Help. Many people tolerate MRI exams just fine, but others might feel anxious about the thought of getting an MRI. Maybe you’ve heard stories from friends who couldn’t tolerate the tight confines of the machine for the...Read More

Between mammograms, or at an early age, before you start mammograms, don’t forget about your breast self-exams. Mammograms do a very good job of detecting suspicious changes in breast tissue but the current guidelines do not support routine mammograms for younger women (under age 40). Still, young women can get breast cancer and other diseases....Read More

Food Delivery Near You – Healthy Choices You’ll Love Most of us have gotten an occasional takeout meal or have had food delivered from a favorite restaurant. Up until the outbreak of the coronavirus in late February of 2020, these were restaurant services we took for granted. Now, restaurant delivery has a new place in...Read More

Not sure how to start working out? Getting started is often the hardest part. Find an activity you like (and are good at) – No rule says exercise has to be a drudge! If you do something you enjoy, (maybe a brisk walk?) it increases your chance that you’ll stick with it. And, chances are...Read More

Oh, the new year and those resolutions to get fit! If you’re having trouble casting off your couch potato, we’ve compiled our best tips to get you moving. Plus, we have a list of Cookeville gyms and fitness facilities, with programs and personal trainers to help you out. Top Tips on How to Get Moving...Read More

Raising breast cancer awareness is about letting people know about early detection and educating on ways to minimize the risk of getting the disease.Read More