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Mammography
Detects breast anomalies via low-dose X-rays.
Ultrasound
Sound waves for real-time internal imaging.
Bone Mineral Density Scan
Assesses bone strength with DEXA technology.
X-Ray
Non-invasive and pain free method of diagnostic imaging.
Medical research
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Is an X-ray during pregnancy actually safe?
Most routine X-rays, like chest, dental, or limb exams, pose very low risk in pregnancy. See which scans need more care, when to disclose pregnancy, and when imaging should not be delayed. -
What is fluoroscopy: what patients in Canada need to know
Fluoroscopy is real-time X-ray imaging used to watch organs in motion and guide procedures. See common uses, how to prepare, and what Canadian patients should know about safety. -
DXA scanning explained: what it measures and why it matters
DXA is the gold standard for measuring bone mineral density and spotting osteoporosis early. See who should get scanned, how the test works, and what your T-score means. -
Radioactive iodine precautions for diagnostic thyroid scans
A diagnostic radioactive iodine thyroid scan uses a small, short-lived tracer dose. See what to tell the clinic, which medications interfere, and simple safety steps after your appointment. -
Should you get an echocardiogram for a heart murmur?
An echocardiogram is the standard first test for a new or symptomatic heart murmur. See what it shows, how results are interpreted, and when most findings turn out to be reassuring. -
Does a gynecological imaging exam hurt?
Most pelvic ultrasounds feel uncomfortable rather than painful. See what happens during the scan, how to prepare, and what you can ask staff to do if you need a pause. -
Can you smoke before a CT scan? What patients need to know
Most clinics ask you to avoid smoking for several hours before a CT scan. See timing rules by scan type, what counts as nicotine, and what to do if you smoked before your appointment. -
Benefits of early detection: 10 ways it improves outcomes
Early detection can push five-year survival above 90% for several common cancers caught at stage I. This guide covers the benefits, limits of screening, and how to use organised programmes in Canada. -
OBSP clinic advantages: what you actually gain from organised screening
OBSP clinics offer OHIP-covered mammograms from age 40 with no doctor referral, automatic result letters, and coordinated follow-up. Learn who qualifies, what to expect, and how to book screening with Cdncare in Ottawa. -
Women's health screening list: your 2026 Canadian guide
Women should follow age-based screening guidelines to detect common health conditions early and improve outcomes. Provincial differences mean women must actively manage their screening schedules and not assume the same programs apply everywhere. -
Guide to x-ray referrals: what patients and clinicians need to know
An x-ray referral is a clinical request issued by a healthcare professional to authorize diagnostic imaging for a specific concern. Clear, focused referrals with the clinical question and red flags improve imaging speed and diagnostic accuracy. -
Why imaging matters in oncology: a practical guide
Imaging is vital throughout cancer care, guiding diagnosis, staging, treatment, and monitoring. It often alters management decisions, replacing invasive procedures and refining treatment pathways. Canadian programs like Cdncare offer accessible, rapid, and guideline-supported imaging services across Ottawa.
