Mammograms are a low-dose X-ray of the breast tissue, which providers use to look for signs that cancer may be developing.

Two best friends, Liz Dawn and Julie LeForce, are taking the mystery out of mammograms by supporting each other through the process.

Both doctors say that there are times when women younger than 40 should consider getting a mammogram. If you have a ...

Breast cancer screening for women at average risk, it should be done every other year beginning at age 40, meaning mammograms should start ten years earlier than previously recommended. The U.S.

Getting mammogram results can be an emotional experience. Whether the news is positive or requires further investigation, ...

In a study of over 400,000 women, researchers found skipping an initial mammogram significantly raised the risk of ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which serves as a good time to remind people to talk to their primary care doctors ...

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Learn about the importance of breast cancer screenings, especially for Black women. One woman's story highlights the need to prioritize breast health.