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• CT scan

  Find out more about why CT scans are done and what happens before, during and after the scan.

• X-ray

  Find out more about X-rays, including what they are used for, the different types, how you prepare for one, what happens on the day and information on complications.

• Paget's disease of bone - Diagnosis

  Find about the main tests used to diagnose Paget's disease of bone, including blood tests, X-rays and scans.

• Advice for single parents

  Get help and information on bringing up a child as a single parent, including money issues, co-parenting and making friends.

• Ultrasound scan

  Find out about ultrasound scans, including what they're used for, how they’re done, and what to expect during your scan appointment.

• Advice for parents of healthy-weight children

  Practical advice for parents of healthy-weight children, including tips on healthy eating and physical activity.

• Tests and next steps for bone cancer

  The main tests that are used are an X-ray, scans and a bone biopsy.

• Services and support for parents

  Advice and information about what's available to new parents through the NHS, local authority services, helplines, charities and local parent groups.

• MRI scan

  Find out about why MRI scans are done and what happens before, during and after the scan.

• Bone density scan (DEXA scan)

  A DEXA scan is a type of X-ray that measures bone mineral density (BMD).