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Certain Women May Need Mammograms Before Age 40 -- An Expert Explains Why

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Oct 15, 2024.

via HealthDay

TUESDAY, Oct. 15, 2024 -- Women typically are urged to start receiving regular mammograms at age 40, but some might need to start even sooner, experts say.

Specific risk factors that increase risk of early breast cancer might prompt young women to consider getting screened earlier, said Dr. Michele Blackwood, director of breast surgery and women’s oncologic health at RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute.

“If you identify with any of these factors, it’s important to discuss your screening options with your healthcare provider,” Blackwood said in a news release. “They can help you decide if getting a mammogram at a younger age is the right choice for you.”

These include:

Sources

  • Rutgers Cancer Institute, news release, Oct. 1, 2024

Disclaimer: Statistical data in medical articles provide general trends and do not pertain to individuals. Individual factors can vary greatly. Always seek personalized medical advice for individual healthcare decisions.

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