dense breast tissue

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Molecular breast imaging for supplemental breast screening

Dr. Kristin Robinson discusses molecular breast imaging, a supplemental breast cancer screening option for women with dense breasts.

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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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What does a diagnosis of dense breasts mean?

Dr. Kristin Robinson explains what dense breast tissue is and its connection to a slightly increased risk of breast cancer.

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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.

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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.