Ask the doctor Do breast cancer screenings save lives? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the U.S., except for skin cancer. Why is breast cancer screening important? Breast cancer can happen at any age, but the chance is higher as you get older. A breast cancer screening can help find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat. When should I get screened for breast cancer? If you are between 40 and 74 years old, you should get checked for breast cancer. Your doctor might ask you to start earlier. How does breast cancer screening work? Most women should get mammograms. Mammograms can find cancer before you can feel it or notice any signs. Some people will need other kinds of tests. Your doctor will help you choose the best one for you. Living Healthy 4 Dr. Mai Bui-Duy is a Medical Director at Central California Alliance for Health. She practiced Internal Medicine primary care in Santa Cruz County for seven years and has 15 years of experience in the medical field. If you are a woman between the ages of 40 and 74 and you are an Alliance member, you can get a free breast cancer screening!
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