Blog For Tag "screening"

posted by Amanda Schany and Mindy Sylvester on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to emphasize the importance of early detection and proactive care in the fight against this leading cause of cancer deaths in Iowa. Spencer Hospital and the Abben Cancer Center offer advanced screenings, compassionate treatment, and community-focused support to empower patients and save lives.

posted on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 If you have been a lifelong smoker, you may wonder about your risk of developing lung cancer. Spencer Hospital offers lung cancer screening services to help detect lung cancer in early, more treatable stages.

posted by Amanda Schany on Thursday, February 9, 2023 Your heart and vascular systems are complex subjects that deserve comprehensive care. Thankfully, a whole world of heart care is available through Spencer Hospital with the next step in heart and vascular prevention: Planet Heart. Amanda Schany, Director of Spencer Hospital's Imaging Center discusses the Planet Heart screening process in her latest blog.

posted by Erin Peterson on Monday, January 30, 2023 Lung cancer is the second most common form of cancer diagnosed in the United States; however, it is by far the leading cause of cancer deaths. Spencer Hospital's Diagnostic Imaging Center is recognized by the American College of Radiology as a designated Lung Cancer Screening Center and we participate in an accredited program for the early detection of lung cancer.

posted by Dr. Brian Wilson on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 In his latest blog, Dr. Brian Wilson shares insight on the discovery of the iconic pap smear and why it is now known to be the most significant cancer screening test for women.