Breast cancer screenings — we’ve all heard of them, and most experts strongly advise us to get them, and for good reason. 13% of women are diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, and the earlier the cancer is detected, the better. With most cases of breast cancer occurring among women middle-aged or older, experts generally recommend getting a mammogram every 2 years between the ages of 40 and 74. However, this varies depending on a person’s individual risk factors, especially as breast cancer rates rise among young women. Here’s an outline of why early screenings are important, who should get them, and how…
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