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                      All Women Recommended to Start Getting Annual Mammograms at Age 40

                      10/15/2024

                      Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer Gives Best Chance of Survival

                      Palmer, Alaska, Oct 16, 2024 – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women.

                      Women with strong family histories of breast cancer, African Americans and those of Ashkenazi Jewish descent should have a risk assessment at age 25 to see if a screening mammogram is needed before they are 40. Women who were previously diagnosed with breast cancer are recommended to be screened with magnetic resonance imaging, an MRI.

                      South“The best chance for survival of any cancer is early diagnosis and treatment,” said Dr. Christy South, OBGYN with Mat-Su Women’s Health Specialists.

                      “Mammograms can detect cancer before any symptoms, and when detected early, life-saving treatment can begin right away”.

                      Early Detection Saves Lives

                      While mortality from breast cancer has declined in recent years, it remains the second most common cancer causing death in women. Lung cancer is the most common.

                      Fortunately, a screening mammogram can help detect breast cancer in its earliest and most treatable stages. Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is encouraging women to schedule their screening now, because when breast cancer is detected early, life-saving treatment can begin right away.

                      According to the American Cancer Society, women who have regular mammograms are more likely to have breast cancer found earlier, are less likely to need aggressive treatments like surgery to remove the entire breast (mastectomy) and chemotherapy, and are more likely to be cured.

                      To schedule a mammogram, call our Imaging team at 907-861-6677. Or, to find a primary care doctor or OB/GYN, visit https://www.matsumedicalgroup.com/

                      Mat-Su Regional Medical Center offers 3D mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, breast biopsies, magnetic stainless-steel bead placement and non-radioactive liquid tracer injections. For more information visit https://www.matsuregional.com/womens-imaging-services.

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