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Critics slam Canadian breast screening guidelines

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Gordon added that the guidelines could make way for more interval cancers diagnosed at advanced stages in younger women. And Dense Breasts Canada may have an ally in Health Canada, the Canadian government’s department that is responsible for national health policy. Public health guidance must protect Canadians,” Holland said.

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Is it Time for Your Mammogram? Here’s Why You Should Ask Your Doctor 

Professional Radiology

Tucked away beneath all of the symbolism and public events, is the quiet experience of the mammogram and the radiology technology that makes it possible. Why are mammograms at the center of this public health battle? Why is a Mammogram Important? The post Is it Time for Your Mammogram?

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Study Uncovers Barriers to Mammography Screening Among Black Women

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Strikingly, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for Black women, underscoring the need to address this public health challenge. However, Black women experience barriers to screening and are more likely to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at younger ages, and with advanced stage breast cancer.