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Embracing Cardiac Imaging: Overcoming Barriers, Adopting In-house Solutions, and Navigating Future Advancements

DAIC

Cardiac CT scans, recommended by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) as the primary testing strategy for patients with acute chest pain, are necessary for evaluating cases and determining treatment plans. As a result, we can provide more proactive patient care.

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Women’s Guide to Heart Health: Spotting the Early Signs of Cardiac Trouble

GEMMS

Emotional stress and depression affect women’s hearts more profoundly than men’s, and smoking poses a greater risk for women compared to men. Additionally, conditions like diabetes can significantly increase the likelihood of heart disease in women, who may also experience silent heart attacks due to altered pain perception.