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Wednesday, 09 December 2009 |
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In the middle of the influenza war
taking the basic step maybe the biggest step to win Washing our hands is the most simple and effective way to clear ourselves of any pathogens (including bacteria or viruses) and chemicals which can cause personal harm or disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated: "It is well-documented that one of the most important measures for preventing the spread of pathogens is effective hand washing." In addition to hand washing with soap and water, the use of alcohol rubs is a much more efficient and safer way to kill germs than the use of soap and water or antibacterial soap and water.  Frequent hand-washing as often as 10 times a day 20 seconds or more, is one of the most recommended defenses against the influenza season.
The CDC recommend the following steps for hand washing:
1. Wash your hands with hot running water and soap. Children should use warm running water.
2. Rub your hands together for at least 20 seconds. To the tune of "Happy Birthday" twice to help.
3. Pay special attention to your wrists, the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your fingernails.
4. Leave the water running while you dry your hands on a paper towel.
5. Use the paper towel as a barrier between the faucet and your clean hands when you turn off the water.
If soap and water are not available, use gel hand sanitizers or alcohol-based hand wipes containing 60% to 90% ethyl alcohol or isopropanol. Most supermarkets and drugstores carry these products. Carry one or both with you when you travel, and keep them in your car or purse.If using the gel sanitizer, rub your hands until the gel is dry. You don't need to use water. The alcohol in the gel kills the germs on your hands. Respectively we all need to take part and reduce the spread of pathogens so try starting with the simplest tactic against the war - wash your hands. |
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Wednesday, 24 October 2007 |
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We are pleased to announce that Quest Imaging has recently added several ACR accreditations to its certifications. Look for the ACR accreditation seal! When you see the seal, you know: - Your hospital, clinic or health center has voluntarily gone through a rigorous review process to be sure it meets nationally accepted standards.
- The personnel are well qualified, through education and certification, to perform and interpret your medical images and administer your radiation therapy treatments.
- The equipment is appropriate for the test or treatment you will receive, and the facility meets or exceeds quality assurance and safety guidelines.
 
 
Quest Imaging is also PET Accredited. However, the seal is not available via the web. Please contact Quest Imaging if you have any questions about our ACR Certifications! For more information about the ACR, please visit http://acr.org/. |
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Introducing Quest Imaging's New GE Senographe Essential |
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Wednesday, 24 October 2007 |
Quest Imaging Medical Associates Installs GE Senographe Essential
– Platform of Possibilities  | GE Senographe Essential
Full-Field Digital Mammography system |
A Patient Testimonial
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New Dimension in Open MRI And Patient Comfort |
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Tuesday, 23 October 2007 |
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Quest Imaging Medical Associates Installs Siemens 1.5T MAGNETOM Espree
– The world’s first Open Bore MRI  | Siemens Magnetom Espree
The Future of Open MRI Arrives in Bakersfield |
Quest Imaging, has installed the region’s first Open Bore, 1.5 Tesla, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system that combines a larger bore, or opening, for obese and claustrophobic patients with the ability to capture high-field quality diagnostic images. “This is going to increase our efficiency and patient convenience,” says Donald Fitzgerald, M.D. “The patient-friendly design of this magnet will make it easier for large patients and those with claustrophobia to have a MRI examination which produces higher quality images. This will potentially reduce the need to repeat and interrupt exams.” |
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Friday, 23 March 2007 |
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Quest Imaging Offers Cardiac CT Angiography exams to image the heart and it's major vessels. The following is a case study for a 54-year old male with known risk factors for heart disease.  | VCT Cardiac Imaging
Volume Rendering showing the origin of the coronary arteries and the coronary tree. |
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Quest Imaging Offers New Hope To Patients With Osteoporosis-Related Compression Fractures |
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Wednesday, 27 April 2005 |
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Bakersfield, CA, 02/27/2007 -- A procedure to help treat patients with spinal compression fractures caused by osteoporosis is now being performed by Doctor Cornforth, M.D. at Quest Imaging Medical Associates. |
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