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: Glendale Personal Injury LawyerThe High Cost of Radiation
By Greg Owen
Many say that tests like MRI's and CT perfusion scans are being overused and concern is spreading in light of recent federal investigation looking into radiation overdoses in Los Angeles, CA and Hintsville, AL.
Skyrocketing costs are among one reason patients are beginning to question the necessity of tests. Others realize the potential harm to patient safety. Experts are concerned that tests like CT scans - which use radiation - might increase the risk of cancer.
Patients like Becky Couder who received a radiation overdose in September at a Hospital in alabama. Becky is represented by attorney, Rick Patterson of Owen, Patterson & Owen.
Call 866.654.4947 today if you or someone you know might be suffering the symptoms of a severe radiation overdose.
Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Greg OwenFull post as published by Glendale Personal Injury Lawyer on December 15, 2009 (boomark / email).
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