breast cancer screening

When is a breast lump more than a lump?

Dr. Bongi Rudder explains how to conduct a breast self-exam and how to determine if a lump or other breast change should be evaluated.

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.

When to start regular breast cancer screenings

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is proposing changing its guidelines to recommend all women begin screening mammography at age 40.

The importance of cancer screenings for the LGBTQ community

Fear of discrimination may keep people who identify as LGBTQ from getting potentially lifesaving cancer screenings.

What’s the best tool for preventing cancer?

One of the best tools to prevent cancer is regular screening, says Dr. Christine Klassen, such as a mammogram to detect breast cancer.

What Black women need to know about breast cancer

Honor this year's Black History Month theme, "Black Health and Wellness," by sharing this important information with others.

Preventive screening during COVID-19 pandemic leads to early diagnosis of treatable breast cancer

Andrea Beckendorf's decision to get breast cancer screening despite the COVID-19 pandemic led to an early diagnosis of treatable breast cancer.

Mayo Clinic expert offers guidance on supplemental screening for women with dense breast tissue

An article published in the October issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings offers recommendations regarding supplemental screening for women with dense breast tissue.

Klobuchar emphasizes importance of breast cancer screening at Mayo Clinic

Sen. Amy Klobuchar held a press conference at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, on Oct. 14 to promote the use of preventive health services and emphasize the importance of breast cancer screening.