Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jesse Pines is an expert in healthcare innovation and wellness. A patient enters the MRI scanner for a full-body imaging session — ...

Why are MRI machines so noisy, and what stops us making them quieter?

While often considered the go-to imaging tool, a standard MRI scan offers an incredibly detailed view of soft tissues, including the spine, discs and surrounding nerves. It is exceptionally effective ...

I’ve always believed in being proactive about my health, but like most people, I usually only see a doctor when something feels wrong or if I’m overdue for an annual exam. That changed when I learned ...

Credit - Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: Lu ShaoJi—Getty Images, cscredon/Getty Images via Canva.com) Calvin Sun was a healthy 37-year-old when a full-body MRI scan showed ...

Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are two types of imaging procedures. They both create detailed images of the internal body structures. While CT scans use X-rays to ...

Like any other sane human being, I’m terrified of dying. No, really, it consumes my thoughts. I work out obsessively, hoping to postpone its inevitable arrival, and scan the obituary pages to see how ...

MRI scans create detailed images of soft tissues and tumors, making them highly effective for detecting cancer in various parts of the body. However, they have limitations and may not detect all types ...

What these buzzy new tests can and can't tell you.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." I’ve always believed in being proactive about my health, but like most people, I usually only see a ...