Future Technologies
At present the main thrust of research seems to be to improve technology that is already available. For Example, researchers are developing MRI scanners that operate with a much weaker magnetic field than that of the present devices, thus considerably reducing costs. A new technology under development is called molecular imaging (MI). Designed to detect changes within the body at the molecular level, MI promises very early detection and treatment of disease.
Imaging technology has reduced the need for many painful, risky, and even unneeded exploratory operations. And when imaging leads to early diagnosis and treatment of disease, the out come may be much better. The equipment, however, is expensive some machines costing well over a million dollars.
Of course, the prevention of disease is better than its detection and cure. So try to stay healthy through proper diet, regular exercise, sufficient rest, and a positive mental outlook. “A heart that is joyful does good as a curer”, says proverbs 17: 22
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