For women over 70, breast cancer screening can lead to overdiagnosis and treatment of a breast cancer that likely wouldn't have caused any symptoms during a woman's lifetime. File Photo by Tim ...

Over the last couple of years, mammograms have been at the epicenter of cancer screening controversy. From disagreements over screening guidelines to claims that it might not be as effective as people ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Women who believe mammograms will save their lives may be overestimating the benefits, two experts said in what is sure to be a controversial report published on Wednesday. They ...

Three-dimensional imaging outperformed older digital mammography at reducing anxiety-producing callbacks for more breast cancer testing, a new study shows. The research, published this month in the ...

The USPSTF lowered the recommended starting age for mammograms from 50 to 40 years, citing moderate benefits for early detection in this age group. Disparities persist, especially for Black women, ...

Experts agree mammograms are the best tool to screen for breast cancer and that the benefits of the exam outweigh the risks. But a video in Spanish recommended that women over 40 skip mammograms, ...

Mammograms are a critical tool in detecting breast cancer early, yet many women avoid them for various reasons. Understanding these reasons can help address concerns and encourage more women to ...

Recently a colleague of mine expressed frustration about a 52-year-old woman who refused mammography. Given my interest in preventive health, he came to me to ask how he should go about convincing the ...