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The Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness

The Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. Early detection is key to preventing breast cancer deaths and improving treatment outcomes.

What is 3D Mammography?

What is 3D Mammography?

A simple procedure that uses X-rays to take pictures of breast tissue, mammography allows radiologists to see cancers while they are still small.

How Does Mammography Help?

How Does Mammography Help?

Scientific evidence proves that mammography saves lives. Since 1990, screening mammography has helped to reduce breast cancer deaths by 1/3.

Who is Screening Mammography For?

Who is Screening Mammography For?

Breast cancer screening is most effective when mammography is performed once per year beginning at the age of 40. These guidelines would reduce mortality by 7 percent more than screening every two years beginning at age 50.

Are There Any Risks?

Are There Any Risks?

Some women receive incorrect, false-positive results and additional testing is recommended: 10% are recalled for more imaging, 2% are recommended for needle biopsy and 0.5% are diagnosed with cancer.

 

 

 

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Available 24 x 7 x 365!
Use our patient portal to schedule many types of exams. Choose an appointment time that’s convenient for you.

Currently accepting online appointments for:

  • MRI

  • CT (without contrast)

  • DEXA (bone density)

  • Mammography
    (Screening, Diagnostic, 3D-TOMO)

  • Ultrasound (non-OB)

  • X-Ray

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