Scheduling a mammography appointment is one of those things you may feel like putting off until it is necessary. The good news is that mammography is safe, quick and effective at ruling out abnormalities in breast tissue. While some discomfort is natural during the exam, it only lasts a few seconds at a time. Whether […]

As preventative tools, mammograms fall into two main categories according to how and when your doctor orders them: Screening mammograms: These are a part of routine medical care. The American Cancer Society recommends annual screening mammograms for women 45-54 years old and advises that women should have the option to begin screening as early as 40. Diagnostic mammograms: This […]

Generally, weight loss helps improve health and shed fat, leading to positive lifestyle changes. However, there is one thing to consider if you are losing a substantial amount of weight. Since breasts are composed of fatty tissue, lobes, glandular tissues, milk glands and your lymph system, losing weight can affect the results of a mammogram. If you […]

Breast cancer screening is a vital tool to detect the disease before any symptoms appear. Discovering breast cancer in the early stages simplifies treatment and significantly improves survival rates. When detected early, the relative five-year survival rate of localized breast cancer is 99%. Women and their health care providers should discuss mammograms and other types […]

If you are a woman who is 40 years of age or older, you probably know the importance of annual breast cancer screenings. Making sure that you have your breast screening at least once a year is vital to lower your risk for breast cancer. Experts say 1 in 8 women in the United States will have […]

When October arrives, so does the annual campaign to bring awareness to the impact of breast cancer. Following a challenging year for many families, breast cancer prevention is more vital than ever. Last year, breast cancer screenings declined by 87%, so 2021 is crucial to remind women about early detection. In the United States alone, one […]