New guidelines from the American College of Physicians recommend that most women start getting biennial mammograms at age 50. But a radiologist wants to remind you that it’s a personal decision that you should discuss with your doctor.
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Breast Cancer: One Picture Has the Power to Save Your Life
What’s the best diet when you have breast cancer? Can you ever skip chemo? How can you support a friend with breast cancer? Discover tips, mythbusters and more (and remember to get your mammogram, too.)
What Does Self Breast Awareness Really Mean for You?
For checking your breasts, current guidance centers on “breast self awareness” instead of self exams. But what does that mean in practical terms?
6 Things You Need to Know About Health Screening Tests
It’s important to know the characteristics of reliable medical screening tests. Use this list of criteria to be sure the tests are appropriate — and likely to do more good than harm.
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Women: Do You Know Your Breast Density?
When it comes to breast cancer risk, you’ve probably heard about family history and genetics. But have you heard about breast density?
