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Scans And Screenings

I was thrilled with how easy my colonoscopy prep was with CLENPIQ! See why this colon prep drink is SO much better than other colonoscopy prep drink brands.

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I recently had to get a tetanus shot... even as a healthy adult! Here's why you would need to get a tetanus vaccine, what it's like, and symptoms of lockjaw

Getting Blood Drawn

Having blood work done soon? I once had a fear of needles, but now I don't. It's not a painful process for most. Here are my best tips for getting through a blood test.

CT Scan

I had my first CT scan with contrast. See what it was like, the difference between MRI and CT scan, what CT scan prep is like, and how long a CAT scan takes

I recently had a diagnostic 3D mammogram after having a traditional mammogram. Here's what I learned about who should consider having 3D breast imaging done & what to expect.

I spent the night at a Sleep Center as part of a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea. See what my sleep test was like, plus my tips to help you prepare for a sleep study test. Things I wish I'd known beforehand!

Do you have a ganglion cyst? I do. I've had one for years - it comes & goes. No treatment is necessary but here's what you should know about Ganglion cysts, optional ganglion cyst treatment, and ganglion cyst removal.

Donate Blood

Wondering what it's like to donate blood? Here's my story, my best tips, what I learned about donating blood for the first time, and what to eat beforehand.

Having an MRI scan? I just had one. Here are the things I wish I had known before having my first MRI. Tips to help with the claustrophobic feeling, loud sounds & more.

Wonder if you should get the BRCA test or not? Me too! Here's what you need to know about BRCA testing - to help you decide if you should do it or not.

Skin Spot Removed

A simple skin biopsy is usually the best way to determine if a strange looking spot is skin cancer or not. Here's what it's like to have a biopsy.

CT Scans Anxiety

If you're anxious about getting a CT scan, these tips from someone who's been there with scanxiety might help. Here's how to worry less over your CT scans!

Many who are suffering from fatigue & muscle pain are quick to assume they've got fibromyalgia. 5 other illnesses have the same symptoms. Here's how to tell

Early stages of cervical cancer respond well to treatment - which may be radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, or a combination of methods. What you need to know.

Here are some important points about CT scans that everyone needs to know. CT scan radiation is a serious issue. Here's when to say NO to a Cat Scan.