Wealthy People Are Getting Full-Body Scans. Early Detection or Unnecessary?

August 25, 2023

(Wall Street Journal) – Companies are selling body scans to seemingly healthy patients, promising peace of mind. Traditional medical professionals are concerned about the costs. The financial cost for a preventive scan ranges from $650 to several thousand dollars. Insurance generally doesn’t cover it. Demand for these types of procedures has surged, particularly among the wealthy, healthcare professionals say. People are driven by a fear of mortality. (Read More)