A mammogram is a type of health screening recommended to women of a certain age. The goal of mammogram screenings is to detect early signs of breast cancer. If detected early, a woman with breast cancer has a good prognosis. A mammogram has the ability to detect breast cancer three years before other symptoms may
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Diagnostic Imaging Recommended if You Have a History of Smoking
If you’ve successfully quit smoking, congratulations! That is the best thing that you could do to reduce your risk of getting lung cancer. However, having a history of smoking is in itself a risk factor for lung cancer. The American Cancer Society has recommendations for people who meet certain criteria — such as those with
Read MoreWhat Is an Abnormal Mammogram?
Getting a call from the doctor’s office saying you had an abnormal mammogram can be nerve-wracking. However, abnormal mammogram results do not necessarily mean breast cancer. Out of the millions of women who get a mammogram in any given year, many will receive abnormal results, but only about 10% of those women will require further
Read MoreUnderstanding the Importance of Preventive Health Care
The importance of routine wellness visits cannot be stressed enough. These appointments are critical to keeping you in the best health possible while also preventing illnesses from developing in the future. As such, talk to your doctor about incorporating preventative health care appointments into your medical care plan. Here are some of the benefits: Prevent
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