The conflicting advice is at least partly because guidelines for breast cancer screening are designed for women at average risk and with no possible cancer symptoms. But breast cancer is so common ...

What to look for in the mammogram report, next steps after your appointment, questions to ask your doctor and more.

Mammogram guidelines just changed again in 2026. Here's what every woman needs to know about the new screening recommendations.

The VA’s Office of the Inspector General found that community care staff in Aurora couldn’t keep up with the deluge of images ...

Maybe you’ve been putting off a mammogram because you're anxious about what it might find. But experts encourage women to reframe having a mammogram as empowering. “You can’t prevent breast cancer, ...

Having dense breasts can put women at higher risk of breast cancer and make it more difficult to spot cancer on a mammogram, but many don’t realize it’s a significant risk. Starting this week, all ...

Regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer should start younger, at age 40, according to an influential U.S. task force. Women ages 40 to 74 should get screened every other year, the group said.

A mammogram is the best imaging tool that healthcare providers can use to detect early signs of breast cancer. Early detection can make all the difference in successful cancer treatment. Getting a ...

Before your first mammogram, you’re sure to have questions about the procedure. A mammogram involves getting a series of X-rays of breast tissue to screen for breast problems. Mammograms can be vital ...