As a radiologist with a specialty in breast imaging, Dr. Heather Tauschek looks at as many as 7,000 mammograms every year. But when she turned 40 and it came time for her own first mammogram, Tauschek ...

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, ...

To schedule at the Mammogram Van, call 206.606.7800. We can help you get scheduled for a day and time when the van is in your area. UW Medicine or Fred Hutch MyChart account users may schedule ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Omer Awan is a practicing physician who covers public health. HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 26: Dr. Olena Weaver, an Associate ...

October is dedicated to spreading the message that the early detection of breast cancer saves lives. For many, that heightened awareness might inspire them to pick up the phone and simply call to ...

Mammogram rates among women ages 50 to 74 are highest in New England states, with Massachusetts being ahead of the rest of the U.S. October brings with it breast cancer awareness — a month to ...

Medicare Part B and Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans generally cover 100% of the costs for yearly mammograms. For diagnostic mammograms, Medicare Part B and Medicare Advantage typically cover 80% of ...

If you’re getting checked for breast cancer, you may have the option of digital tomosynthesis. Although it’s a long word (it’s pronounced toh-moh-SIN-thuh-sis), it’s a simple idea: Tomosynthesis is a ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers both screening and diagnostic mammograms, but coverage rules and costs can vary based on mammogram type and Medicare plan type. Under Medicare Part B, baseline ...

A new poll shows nearly half of women believe breast cancer screening should begin at age 50—despite many medical experts ...