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The importance of breast cancer screening

Dr. Elizabeth Cathcart-Rake, a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer, clears up confusion about who should be screened for breast cancer and when.

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Recommendations to begin breast cancer screening at age 40

Dr. Sandhya Pruthi explains a new recommendation for breast cancer screening from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.

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Beyond the basics: Exploring advanced breast cancer screening options

Learn about four of the most common options for breast cancer screening and which might be best for you.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Breast density reporting and supplemental testing

Drs. Lauren Cornell and Kristin Robinson explain breast density and the breast cancer screening options available for women with dense breasts.