A new study has set off alarm bells, attributing the overuse of computed tomography – or CT – scans to around 5% of new ...

Cancer risk from a single CT scan is low, but repeated exposure could increase the risk of radiation-induced cancer.

Local experts said patients should be aware of the radiation risks of CT scans but not shy away from the technology, which ...

Radiation from CT scans may be increasing the risk of cancer. Learn when CT scans are absolutely necessary, and when to ask for a different test.

CT scans are a vital part of modern medicine. Found in every hospital and many clinics, they give doctors a fast and detailed ...

A new study found that CT scans could eventually cause 5% of cancer cases in the U.S. each year. Here's what this news could ...

Computer tomography scans, or CT scans, are an invaluable tool for diagnosing cancer and other conditions. But in a cruel twist, the medical imaging technique may be more harmful than once thought ...

It may not be something you think of when you visit the hospital, but a recent report from CBS reveals that getting a ...

A recent study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that CT scans, while vital for diagnosis, may elevate cancer risk due to radiation exposure. With CT scan usage up 30% since 2007, experts estimate ...

A hot potato: A new study from UC San Francisco is raising alarms about the widespread use of computed tomography (CT) scans in the United States, warning that the technology may be responsible ...