This is not really a need help question. It just seems to me there are plenty of women out there under the age of 40 that get breast cancer. I was just wondering is there ever any known discussions about lowering the age for regular mammograms? It just seems needed.
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5/ 9/08 11:22am
Tiffany,
You've touched on a hot topic. The discussion of "who and when" in regards to breast cancer screening continues. Here's some info I thought you might find interesting:
New Mammography Guidelines Used for Women 40-49
http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/news-35934-31.html
Mammogram's Benefit During 40s Still Uncertain
http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/news-26259-31.html
Digital Mammogram Best for Younger Women: Study
http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/news-201370-66.html
Breast Cancer Tends to Grow Faster in Younger Women
http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/news-251398-31.html
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Best,
Maria
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