Searching the internet for medical information? Online research has its place, especially for on-again, off-again conditions that are inevitably off-again when you finally get around to making that appointment. I…
A screening mammogram is a type of low dose X-ray which images the breast to look for early signs of breast cancer.
Depending on your age and previous medical history, your doctor may recommend certain vaccinations for you throughout the year. These vaccinations attempt to prevent and lessen the severity of harmful,…
When fall arrives, it brings fall allergies. I dropped by my friends at "Charlotte Today," with five ways to get relief during this prime allergy season. Watch the interview here,…
Does your exercise regimen meet current recommended guidelines? You may have a job that requires you to walk long hallways, climb steps, or stand on your feet for long periods…
You may have heard your physician, your aerobics instructor or an infomercial mention the term “BMI” and wondered: What is a BMI? And why is it important? BMI stands for…
A blood pressure reading is a measurement that checks for the force of blood against the walls of your arteries. The top number is your systolic pressure and measures the…
An echocardiogram is a type of ultrasound used to visualize the heart’s structure and function. Your doctor may order an echo to help look for any structural abnormalities, infections, or…
An EKG, also known as an ECG, is a type of cardiac screening procedure which evaluates heart rhythm and rate, to assess for any abnormalities. EKG stands for electrocardiogram, but…
Your doctor may order pulmonary function testing to appropriately categorize known or suspected lung disease, including asthma, chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD), and restrictive lung diseases, among others. The following…
