X-rays, EKGs and ultrasounds are a foundational part of good healthcare because they help doctors diagnose diseases and develop treatment plans. It’s difficult, however, for many patients in a nursing home or other care environment to receive the appropriate...
Exposure to asbestos can cause big problems later in life. Workers in jobs with high asbestos exposure should get regular chest x-rays to monitor the condition of their lungs. Here’s a look at asbestos and why these x-rays are important.What is Asbestos?A naturally...
At Alpha One Imaging, we take pride in our team of compassionate and skilled technologists. Their outstanding work is integral to our success in providing patients with superior care, wherever they may be. Meet our newest member of the team, ultrasound tech Brian...
Correctional facilities are often a difficult subject to approach when it comes to providing effective health care. The troubles associated with medical care at these facilities are numerous, ranging from issues with finding trained staff and ensuring their...
Blood clots are a serious concern for elderly patients who tend to spend long periods of time sitting or in bed. Early treatment is necessary to reduce the risk of a blood clot traveling to other parts of the body or causing a pulmonary embolism, which can be...
According to the American Lung Association, Occupational Lung Diseases are the main cause of work-related illness inthe United States—based on frequency, severity and preventability of the illness. Caused by prolonged andrepeated exposure to a variety of airborne...
The use of mobile imaging in healthcare continues to evolve at a rapid pace as more medical professionals recognize its numerous advantages. This changing landscape in mobile imaging is steeped in a fundamental notion that medical images are a foundational component...
The primary factor that makes mobile imaging an ideal solution for nursing homes and home-bound/hospice patients is how the patient can undergo imaging without leaving the comfort of their environment. When discussing these types of patients, it is essential to make...
Mobile imaging has proven more convenient for nursing homes than traditional methods for imaging and screening, and it is greatly improving the quality of care for patients. At the core of this issue is the fact that transportation to a radiology department or related...
Radiography is an area of medical practice that has significantly benefited from the implementation of innovative technologies in recent years. New digital radiography (DR) imaging machines are easier and faster to use, provide more precise images and are safer for...
