Growing concern about common medical screenings that can catch things like cancer or heart problems.
A nationwide shortage of imaging solution is putting some of those tests on hold. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar with the impact it's having on major hospitals in our area.Lucy Cantley is battling colon cancer and being treated in North Carolina.
"Knowing that the scan isn't being done like it normally would be just creates more anxiety," she said. Dr. Jonathan Chung with the University of Chicago medicines Radiology Department says his hospital saw this coming and stocked up on the contrast dye -- but supplies are limited, and CT scans are being prioritized.
"Like other health systems across the globe, we are impacted by the severe shortage of contrast dye that is used in image-guided exams. We took immediate action to secure our on-hand inventory and alternative products. Our clinical leaders have developed imaging protocols to maintain the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care as we navigate this evolving situation."
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