Munson Healthcare Offers Lung Screenings on Nov. 11
Munson Healthcare will offer low-dose CT scan screenings as part of National Lung Screening Day on Nov. 11.
Munson Healthcare Director of Radiology Branden Hill said the screenings at health system hospitals emphasize the importance of lung health for residents in the region.
“Lung cancer remains...
Munson Healthcare Urges Community to Be Aware Amidst Air Quality Alert
Munson Healthcare is reminding the community to be aware of the effects current air quality can have on certain populations. Due to the wildfire smoke from Canada, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an air quality alert for today, Tuesday, June 27. The air...
Update on 2021 Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening
As reported last year, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has updated their guidelines for lung cancer screening by expanding the eligibility criteria for age and pack years.* CMS released their updated guidelines on Feb. 10, which now reflect the USPSTF guidelines for pack years but...
Update on New Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening
As reported earlier this year, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has updated their guidelines for lung cancer screening by expanding the eligibility criteria for age and pack years.* CMS is expected to update their criteria to reflect these new guidelines in 2022. However, several...
Pulmonary & Critical Care of Northwest Michigan Joins Munson Healthcare
Pulmonary & Critical Care of Northwest Michigan, located at 5087 N. Royal Dr., Ste. B, Traverse City, has joined Munson Healthcare. The new name for the practice is Munson Healthcare Pulmonary & Critical Care of Northwest Michigan. The providers, location, and phone number remain the same.
Munson...