Breast Cancer Screening
What is breast cancer? Breast cancer happens when cells in the breast grow in a way they shouldn’t. Most breast cancers start in parts of the breast called ducts or lobules.
Breast Cancer Screening
Why is Screening Important? Getting checked for breast cancer can help find it early, when it’s easier to treat. The test is called a mammogram. It is a special x-ray of the breast.
If your results are not normal, you may be sent to a specialist. This helps you get the tests or treatment you may need as soon as possible.
When should you get tested? If you are between 40 and 74 yrs old, you should get a mammogram every 2 years.
Some people may need to get checked every year if they have:
- Dense breast tissue
- A family history of breast cancer
- Genetic test results that show a higher risk
Talk to your doctor to find out what’s best for you.
Make an Appointment Call our mammogram central scheduling number at 888-804-3228 to schedule your screening mammogram.
Need More Information? Visit the CDC’s website to learn more: Breast Cancer | CDC