I spent a year of my life thinking that I was 13% body fat but my DEXA scan proved me wrong

For the best part of 12 months, my at-home BIA scales confidently told me that I was sitting on a lean 13% body fat. This was ...
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Let’s Be Clear: Can A DEXA Scan Actually Detect Cancer?

Preparing for a medical test often triggers health anxiety, making it easy to worry about hidden conditions and care needs.
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Do You Need a DEXA Scan? Here's What Doctors Say

DEXA scans are all the talk in the wellness world, with tons of celebrities swearing by them in their health endeavors. If they’ve popped up in your feed, you might be asking yourself—do I need one, ...
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DEXA scan helps people better understand their health

A medical device that gives people a clear picture of their health - and is trusted by doctors - is now available to the general public. The device can also be a starting point in the fight against ...
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Here’s what to expect before getting a bone density scan, experts say

If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...
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Do You Need A DEXA Scan? Here's What Experts Say About The Now-Trendy Bone Test

The doctors and nurses at the emergency room in Jacksonville, Florida, were “perplexed,” as Dia Thomas remembers it. They believed her when she said she was in pain—imaging had revealed fractures in ...