Oncology & Cancer
Researchers identify barriers to breast cancer screening in vulnerable populations
Women of racial and ethnic minorities experience challenges that hinder adherence to regular mammography screenings.
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Oncology & Cancer
Consistent breast cancer screening cuts odds of dying from the disease by 72%
Screening mammograms saves lives, and consistency counts for a lot.
Jun 5, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Mammograms at 40? Breast cancer screening guidelines spark fresh debate
While physicians mostly applauded a government-appointed panel's recommendation that women get routine mammography screening for breast cancer starting at age 40, down from 50, not everyone approves.
Jun 2, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Why start mammograms at 40? Doctor explains new advice
Women should start getting regular mammograms at the age of 40, according to a new recommendation being drafted by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. This is a reversal from the previous recommendation of age 50, which ...
May 15, 2023
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Health advice for women at each stage of motherhood
Everyone knows that on Mother's Day, Mom's needs come first. But the rest of the year, mothers often put their health care on hold to focus on others.
May 12, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Fighting racial bias in next-gen breast cancer screening
Breast cancer is one of the most common and deadly types of cancer, and the best outcomes stem from early detection. But some screening techniques may be less effective for people with darker skin.
May 9, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
US Preventive Services Task Force recommends biennial screening mammography from 40 to 74
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends biennial screening mammography for women ages 40 to 74 years. This recommendation forms the basis of a draft recommendation statement published online May 9.
May 9, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Beyond mammography: Complementary methods in breast imaging
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women and the likelihood of surviving the disease is higher if the cancer is detected early and the tumor is relatively small and not very aggressive.
May 9, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
New breast cancer screening guidelines call for earlier and more-intensive screening for high-risk women
New American College of Radiology breast cancer screening guidelines now call for all women—particularly Black and Ashkenazi Jewish women—to have risk assessment by age 25 to determine if screening earlier than age 40 ...
May 4, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
AI helpful in triaging breast masses in low-resource areas
Artificial intelligence (AI) can analyze breast mass images from low-cost portable ultrasound machines and accurately identify cancer, according to a study published in Radiology. This could prove useful for triage in low-resource ...
May 2, 2023
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