How To Prepare for Your Mammogram
Mammograms are an important part of active self-care for all women between the ages of 40 and 75. During this time, breast tissue is the...
Male Breast Cancer and Signs To Look For
Men’s breast cancer is one of the rarest cancers. The American Cancer Society (ACS) indicates that the male’s lifetime risk of breast cancer is approximately...
The Importance of Mammograms During the Pandemic
According to the ACS (American Cancer Society), breast cancer screening tests such as mammogram helps detect the disease before it causes symptoms. At this stage,...
What the Tyrer-Cuzick Score Means for Breast Health
When we talk about cancer screening, one common question people ask is, “How can you find out if you’re at risk for cancer?” Fortunately, risk...
Updated Guidance for Screening Women with Average Cancer Risk
The American College of Radiology and Society of Breast Imaging recommend that women begin receiving annual mammograms at age 40, with added vigilance for those...
Understanding Radiation From Mammograms — Are They Safe?
Regular mammograms are the key to early breast cancer detection. While the majority of breast lumps discovered during the procedure turn out to be benign...
What Does It Mean to Have Dense Breasts?
Becoming familiar with your breasts and surrounding tissue is important in monitoring for changes or indications of breast cancer signs or symptoms. You may have...
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...
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...
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...