Breast Cancer Screening
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Should You Get Cancer Screenings Earlier?
Cancer research provides the basis for when and how often to screen to save the most lives, while minimizing risks.
How Does Family History Affect Your Cancer Risk?
The more information you have about your family history of cancer, the better your doctor can help you understand, manage and reduce your cancer risk.
Advice From a 15-Year Breast Cancer Survivor: Don't Skip Your Annual Mammogram
Less than an hour out of your life can mean the difference between catching cancer early or never knowing what could have been.
Turning 40? It's Time to Get Serious About Health Screenings
The oldest millennials celebrate a milestone as they officially enter their 40s this year. If you are among them, you’re also entering a time of life when health screenings become ever more important.
Mammogram May Show Swollen Lymph Nodes From COVID-19 Vaccine
Swollen lymph nodes are in response to COVID-19 vaccine. They indicate that your body is marshalling its powers to fight the perceived intruder – exactly what is supposed to happen following inoculation.
3 Mammogram Myths -- Debunked
There are many misconceptions and myths around breast cancer and mammograms. Learn about three common misconceptions – and get the facts about screening mammograms.
How Radiology Helps Diagnose and Treat Disease
Advances made in recent years has improved the imaging technology used to see inside the body and treat disease. Learn more about radiology and its vital role in the overall treatment process.
Fast Breast MRI Can Catch Three Times as Many Cancers of the Breast
Breast cancer is largely curable when caught early, before it spreads. So Sherry Saltsman took her primary care physician’s advice when her mammogram was negative, but a more detailed check recommended for dense breasts was advised.