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Sclerotherapy
Learn what's involved in this treatment for varicose veins, including the risks and what to expect.
Palliative care
Learn what to expect with this care approach that offers symptom relief for seriously ill people of any age.
Cryotherapy for prostate cancer
Find out how very cold temperatures are used to freeze tissue and treat prostate cancer. Learn about the side effects and potential benefits of cryotherapy.
Bone density test
If your doctor suspects you have osteoporosis, a bone density test can assess your bone strength. Learn about the risks and results of this procedure.
Bone scan
This diagnostic test can be used to check for cancer that has spread to the bones, skeletal pain that can't be explained, bone infection or a bone injury.
COVID-19 diagnostic testing
Find out how COVID-19 diagnostic testing is done to learn if you're currently infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019.
Cholesterol test
Measuring the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood can help predict your risk of blocked arteries in your heart and brain.
Mammogram
Learn what to expect during a breast X-ray exam. Find out about the benefits of mammograms for breast cancer screening, as well as potential risks.
Active surveillance for prostate cancer
Learn about why doctors may recommend active surveillance for prostate cancer and what to expect.
Cardiac resynchronization therapy
This heart failure treatment uses a pacemaker or a pacemaker with a defibrillator. Know when the treatment is needed.
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