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

When my doctor suggested I get a mammogram at 40, I was filled with anxiety. It wasn't painful at all and gave me peace of mind.

Wondering when to get your first mammogram? The 2026 ACP guidelines put the decision squarely in your hands. Here's what to know.

A mammogram is an important step in taking care of yourself and your breasts. If it’s your first time getting one, knowing what to expect may help the process go more smoothly. According to ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Stacey Antonini is a busy wife and mother who works as an executive producer at WTNH News 8. She takes her health and annual medical exams seriously. When Stacey turned 40, ...

Women who skip their first mammogram are 40% more likely to die of breast cancer over 25 years than those who attend. The study, based on nearly 433,000 Swedish women, found that skipping the first ...

Jordan Mooney had a choice after a lump was found in her breast: go ahead and get a mammogram or wait until she turned 40.

Women who miss their first screening appointment for breast cancer could have a 40% higher long-term risk of dying from the disease, according to a new study. The research, published in September in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The author had her first mammogram at 40.Courtesy of Melissa Noble When I felt pain in my breast, I decided to see my doctor.

(WXYZ) — Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a new study shows that missing your first breast cancer screening could be more dangerous than you think ...