Articles related to "Screening Breast Cancer"

What are the real risks and what needs to be done? Some new evidence suggests annual mammograms and breast self-exams don't lower breast cancer deaths.

Breast cancer is one of the leading health concerns in the United States; 1 in 8 women is affected. Traditional screening methods may not be reducing mortality.

Screening mammography shows increased breast cancer rates, but increases may be due to cancers that would regress.

Cancer is the second leading killer of women, making appropriate screening not only essential for early detection, but truly a matter of life and death.

The evaluation of breast cancer includes at least one imaging study. What are the modalities for imaging breast cancer and when are they used?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. This article explains what breast cancer is and how many women it affects. Here's an overview of signs, symptoms, and treatment.

Population-based mammography screening has brought about significant changes in our approach to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.

Regular breast checks are vital in preventing breast cancer but according to surveys only a small number of women self-examine theirs. Here's how to check your breasts.

Why testing is recommended before symptoms of breast cancer. Breast cancer facts about cancer risks. Breast cancer statistics about risk levels.