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As we approach Mother’s Day remember to take care of yourself and all the important women in your life. Don’t forget to schedule your mammogram. Early detection saves lives.

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Great news! A new recommendation in the age for screening for breast cancer has been announced by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)!

A noticeable increase in breast cancer diagnoses earlier and earlier in addition to higher mortality rates in Black women has caused change in the average age of beginning mammograms to 40 years old instead of the previously recommended 50.

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Women should start screening for breast cancer at age 40 instead of 50, health task force says in draft recommendation The US Preventive Services Task Force is proposing that all women at average risk of breast cancer start screening at age 40 to reduce their risk of dying from the disease, according to a new draft recommendation statement.