All Articles on Mammograms

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  New study: Analysis supports new recommendation to begin mammogram screening at 40

  KPWHRI part of multi-site research team.
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  Breast-biopsy delays after mammogram more likely for Black, Asian women

  Disparities at screening sites may influence lag in follow-ups.
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  Prioritizing breast cancer screening during COVID-19

  As breast cancer screening rates rebound, Erin Bowles, MPH, reflects on maintaining “pink ribbon” awareness year-round.
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  Breast density is a risk factor for older women, too

  Findings in JAMA Network Open could help guide decision-making about breast cancer screening for women 75 and older.
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  Catching more breast cancers when mammograms are limited

  New study calculates risk-based approach to detect the most cancers with the fewest exams.
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  Cancer screening in the time of COVID-19

  Dr. Diana Buist reflects on the challenges of providing screening during a pandemic — and finds reason for optimism.
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  Benefit of 3D mammogram less with very dense breasts

  But for most women, digital breast tomosynthesis improves cancer detection and reduces recalls.