TYH: Importance of Mammograms for Early Cancer Detection
They can detect cancer earlier than a physical exam, and can save lives by finding breast cancer early. On today’s To Your Health, Catherine Hansen reports on the importance of mammograms for women over the age of 40.
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(Reporter Catherine Hansen:) It is quick medical exam that uses a non-invasive X-ray targeted to each breast. A mammogram produces pictures that your doctor can use to identify and treat any abnormal areas, possibly indicating the presence of cancer.