Explore the key screenings for breast cancer with Dr. Zikky in MedScience Simplified. Learn the basics on mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRIs, and understand when to get screened. We’ll cover what to expect during each test, how to interpret results, and the importance of regular checks.
Despite screening limitations, staying informed and proactive is your best defense. Insurance often covers costs, and support is available for those in need.
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Your health is invaluable—schedule your screening today.
This video is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice.
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American College of Radiology. (2023). New ACR Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines Call for Earlier Screening for High-Risk Women. Retrieved from https://www.acr.org/Media-Center/ACR-News-Releases/2023/New-ACR-Breast-Cancer-Screening-Guidelines-call-for-earlier-screening-for-high-risk-women
American College of Radiology. (n.d.). Patient Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Handout. Retrieved from https://www.acr.org/-/media/ACR/Files/Breast-Imaging-Resources/Care-Toolkit/Patient-Breast-Cancer-Risk-Assessment-Handout.pdf
Mayo Clinic Health System. (n.d.). Advanced Breast Cancer Screening. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/advanced-breast-cancer-screening
University of California, San Francisco Department of Radiology. (n.d.). Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines. Retrieved from https://radiology.ucsf.edu/patient-care/for-patients/video/breast-cancer-screening-guidelines