Dr. Kopans answers the question: 'What Are "Spot Films"; When To Do Them?' — -- Question: What are spot films in mammography and when are they done? Answer: Many times if you have a mammogram, ...

Experts share when and how to perform a breast self-exam while breastfeeding and when to elevate any concerns.

WASHINGTON D.C., DC — A new MedStar Health national survey found 60 percent of women aged 40 and over are not getting their yearly mammogram. The American College of Radiology recommends an annual ...

ATLANTA – A new federal rule takes effect Tuesday that could potentially help more women spot breast cancer earlier. The FDA will require mammogram providers across the country to notify women if they ...

Only five percent of women surveyed could identify all the breast cancer risk factors. COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new MedStar Health national survey finds that 60-percent of women ...

Having dense breasts can put women at higher risk of breast cancer and make it more difficult to spot cancer on a mammogram, but many don’t realize it’s a significant risk. Starting this week, all ...

This story is sponsored by Echo Ultrasound. It's a sobering statistic: One in every eight American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer sometime in her life, according to the American Cancer ...

Younger women often have dense breast tissue, which makes mammograms less effective. Those with strong family histories ...

Hallie Leighton successfully lobbied the NY State Assembly to include material medical information in mammogram results. Award-winning documentary 'Happygram' exposed practice of withholding material ...

When you feel a lump in your breast, it's understandable to be concerned. But don't jump to conclusions. Instead, take action. Call your doctor to find out what it is. Also, make sure you know the ...