NEW YORK — Under new FDA regulations, all mammography facilities have to notify women of their level of breast density. Until now, this critical piece of information wasn't required to be shared ...

ERIN, SHE SAYS SHE MISSED JUST ONE MAMMOGRAM. HOW DID THIS CHANGE HER LIFE? THAT’S RIGHT. DARLENE SHARP SAYS SHE’S ALWAYS BEEN ON TOP OF HER ANNUAL SCREENINGS, BUT SHE MISSED ONE DURING HER ...

Nicholson, MD, MPH. Ultimately, they dropped the recommended starting age for all women back down to 40 based on new data on mammography screening and outcomes in Black women, updated models ...

When a woman has a mammogram, the most important finding is whether there’s any sign of breast cancer. The second most important finding is whether her breasts are dense. Since early September ...

And while the mammogram itself isn't necessarily fun, an irregular result can cause a spiral of negative emotions. An ...

For those preparing for their first mammogram or returning after a gap, understanding the procedure can ease nerves and ensure a smooth experience. Here’s everything you need to know before ...

When people check in for their annual mammogram these days, some may face a surprising question: In addition to reviewing the mammogram for breast cancer, would you like the radiologist to examine ...

Medicare covers at least one mammogram per year for women over 40. You can get your first mammogram between age 35 and 39, then one every year to check for breast cancer. Medicare will pay for more ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, drawing attention to the disease that causes the second-most cancer deaths (behind ...

Louise Bajorek learned she had Stage 1 breast cancer after a regularly scheduled mammogram showed an area of concern, prompting further tests. Brian Ernst/Sun-Times Share At 63, Louise Bajorek ...