Published On October 18, 2020
The Risks of Delayed Cancer Screenings During COVID-19
The Covid-19 pandemic has forced many individuals to delay, cancel, and pause many aspects of their life. The risk of spread amongst communities in the...
Published On July 28, 2020
Despite COVID-19, Doctors Are Still Urging Patients To Continue Cancer Screenings
According to a recent article by USA Today, data suggests that patients are discontinuing doctor visits and cancer screenings due to COVID-19, leading to further...
Published On July 20, 2020
COVID-19 Service Announcement
The health and well being of our patients at Women’s Imaging Specialists is always a priority. Under normal circumstances, our offices undergo rigorous cleaning throughout...
Published On June 22, 2020
Three Months of COVID-19 May Mean 80,000 Missed Cancer Diagnoses
A total of 80,000-plus diagnoses of five common cancers in the United States are projected to be missed or delayed during the 3-month period of early March...
Published On September 4, 2019
Radiologists Ready To Speak With Patients About Breast Density
Many radiologists believe patient-provider discussions about screening mammography and supplemental screening are inadequate, according to findings published in the Journal of Breast Imaging. The specialty appears ready to...
Published On February 27, 2019
Georgia on Track to Be the 37th State with Dense Breast Legislation
February 12, 2019 01:18 PM Eastern Standard Time ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On Monday, February 11th, 2019 the Georgia House passed House Bill 62, paving the way for...
Published On May 24, 2018
Yearly Mammograms at 40 Offer the Best Odds of Surviving Breast Cancer
Prioritizing Your Annual Mammogram Women who prioritize annual mammograms starting at the age of 40 have the greatest chance of catching, treating and surviving breast...
Published On January 13, 2017
Does Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer?
The decision to give birth to a child is definitely a personal one. The ongoing debate between reproductive history and the risk of cancer is...
Published On January 7, 2017
Signs of Breast Cancer: Why Screening & Self Exams Are So Important
The regular hustle and bustle of our daily lives means that we are often too busy or too distracted to take proper care of ourselves....
Published On December 30, 2016
Should There Be a Cutoff Age for Annual Breast Screening Mammograms?
Health care professionals all agree that women should begin breast cancer screening by age 40. While this general rule applies to the majority of women,...