Click here to download the release as a PDF. 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 Georgia to become the 37th state with legislation requiring that women who receive a mam...
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 cancer, a study published this month in the Journal of the American College of Radiology suggests. Samir B. Pate...
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 a controversial topic. Many women have now questioned the relationship between their choice to not bear a child and their associated risk of developing breast...
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. For many of us this means that we skip meals altogether or make poor food choices when we do find the time. Our bodies are complex machines that will let […]...
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, the age that women should stop their annual mammograms continues to be under debate. Some experts have argued that there is insufficient evidence t...
Statistics & Reasons For a Call Back After First Mammogram
Going in for a routine mammogram is part of taking control of your health. Every day mammograms save lives. Most of the time, when you go in for a mammogram, you get a clean bill of health and don’t have to think about it until next year. But what happens when you get called back […]...
Ultrasounds Reveal the Best Creative Gift This Holiday Season
For mothers around the world, the day they get an ultrasound and see that little baby moving on the screen, is one of the best of their lives. It is amazing that ultrasound technology has come so far that we can document every single detail of a little human before he or she even enters […]...
Coping With a Breast Cancer Diagnosis After a Mammogram or Ultrasound
If you have received a diagnosis of breast cancer, your mind is probably spinning with unanswered questions and concerns. Knowing what to expect, learning about your treatment options and how to proceed through this difficult time can make living with your breast cancer diagnosis a little easier. Fe...
When Is The Best Time for Breast Reconstruction Surgery?
If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer and you are scheduled to have a mastectomy, your doctor may also discuss your options regarding reconstructive plastic surgery. Breast reconstruction can help restore the appearance of your breasts by replacing the breast tissue to regain the symmetrical...
Myths & Facts: What Do Breast Cancer Lumps Feel Like?
Finding a lump in your breast is a psychologically traumatizing experience for anyone, regardless of your age or current health status. On one end of the spectrum, many women will immediately jump to the conclusion that they have breast cancer. Others tend to brush off and ignore finding a lump in t...