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Why Black women should consider screening for breast cancer earlier

Dr. Sandhya Pruthi explains why Black women should start screening for breast cancer earlier than age 40.

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Breast cancer in Hispanic women in the US, importance of screening

Dr. Carlos Vargas, a Mayo Clinic radiation oncologist, explains why preventive breast cancer screening is vital to saving lives.

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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.

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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.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Who needs molecular breast imaging?

Dr. Kristin Robinson explains why women with dense breasts may need enhanced imaging in addition to a mammogram.

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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.

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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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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.

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‘Sneaky’ cancer spurs mom and daughter to action

When Lisa Pitre went in for a routine mammogram in summer 2019, nothing on her imaging was concerning. By October Lisa was diagnosed with stage 4 invasive lobular carcinoma, an aggressive type of breast cancer.