Breast Cancer Fact Sheet

Source: American Cancer Society

Did you know that this year more than 211,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer? Nearly 40,000 of those women will die from the disease. Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American women, second only to lung cancer.

With these kinds of statistics, why would you skip or delay your annual mammogram? Studies have shown that early detection may be key in treating and surviving this deadly disease. The American Cancer Society has release updated breast cancer screening guidelines that represents the most current scientific evidence and expert opinions.

American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

Mammograms. Yearly mammograms are recommended starting at age 40 and continuing for as long as a woman is in good health.

Clinical Breast Exam (CBE). CBE should be part of a periodic health exam, about every three years for women in their 20s and 30s and every year for women 40 and older.

Breast Self-Exam (BSE). Women should know how their breasts normally feel and report any breast change promptly to their health care provider. BSE is an option for women starting in their 20s.

Increased Risk. Women at increased risk (e.g. family history, genetic tendency, past breast cancer) should talk with their doctors about the benefits and limitations of starting mammography screening earlier, having additional tests (e.g. breast ultrasound and MRI), or having more frequent exams.

If you need to schedule a mammogram or your annual health exam, contact your physician today.

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