The Outstanding Community Impact Award honors individuals in radiological sciences who have contributed to patient care and healthcare delivery. 

“It can be a challenging discussion to have with patients because there is evidence that cannabis has some therapeutic properties," one researcher said. "However, as suggested by this study, cannabis use also has significant cardiovascular risks.”  

Kate Hanneman, MD, explains why many vendors and hospitals want to lower radiology's impact on the environment. "Taking steps to reduce the carbon footprint in healthcare isn’t just an opportunity," she said. "It’s also a responsibility."

A clinician trained to manage reactions should be on-site at any imaging facilities doing contrast studies to maintain patient safety.

The new collaboration is designed to ensure patients who may face an increased risk of heart disease receive the follow-up care they need.

Nearly 80% of Black and Hispanic adults said they never discussed PAD with a doctor, which vascular experts say is a major problem.

Researchers explored the costs associated with CABG at more than 500 U.S. hospitals. 

Carrie Redick, an ICU nurse for nearly 20 years, said understanding more about financial data improved her ability to acquire funding and other resources for her program when necessary.