Mammograms: 4 things you should know

Mammograms play a crucial role in women’s breast health. Staying up to date on your screenings is important for all women, regardless of race/ethnicity and risk of breast cancer. According to a recent study, patients who regularly have screening mammograms may have a reduced risk of breast cancer mortality. Remember these tips when planning your next mammogram: This depends on your age. If you have no family history of breast cancer, Tidelands Health recommends getting your first mammogram at age 40. From there, annual exams are vital to catching cancers when they are small and easily treated, according to Dr. Angela Mislowsky, a breast cancer surgeon at Tidelands Health Breast Center. “We have seen cancers develop in patients of average risk within a year,” Dr. Mislowsky said. “Mammogram is the most bang for your buck and the most beneficial screening test that we have for breast cancer.” Women with a...