A total of 80,000-plus diagnoses of five common cancers in the United States are projected to be missed or delayed during the 3-month period of early March to early June because of COVID-19 disruptions to healthcare, according to a report using a medical claims database by the IQVIA Institute for Human Data Science. In the analysis, which
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The health and well being of our patients at Women’s Imaging Specialists is always a priority. Under normal circumstances, our offices undergo rigorous cleaning throughout the day. Since learning of COVID-19, we are taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Our staff members are: Sanitizing hands immediately before and after
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Many radiologists believe patient-provider discussions about screening mammography and supplemental screening are inadequate, according to findings published in the Journal of Breast Imaging. The specialty appears ready to step up and take a more visible role in patient education. “Breast cancer screening guidelines currently vary widely among professional societies, resulting in nonuniform screening recommendations from providers,” wrote Shadi
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Click here to download the release as a PDF. February 12, 2019 01:18 PM Eastern Standard Time ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On Monday, February 11th, 2019 the Georgia House passed House Bill 62, paving the way for Georgia to become the 37th state with legislation requiring that women who receive a mammogram be notified about their breast density
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When it comes to reducing the risk of cancer, the first thing that comes to mind is clean living, exercise and a healthy diet. For others avoiding bad habits such as smoking, using a tanning bed, over indulging in coffee and alcohol consumption are top priorities for lowering cancer risks. What you are probably not
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Male breast cancer does not discriminate and although not as common as breast cancer found in women, it can affect men of all ages, although it is most often found in older men. Men that have been diagnosed with male breast cancer at an earlier stage have a very high chance of survival. Unfortunately, many
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Preventing breast cancer starts with healthy habits, like limiting alcohol intake and staying physically active. It’s important to understand what you can do to reduce your risk for breast cancer. Healthy Diet & Foods to Eat to Prevent Breast Cancer? Having a healthy diet may decrease your risk of some types of cancer, not to
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Breast implants may make the process of screening for breast cancer a little more difficult but if you have breast implants you should never avoid the process of regular screening. A mammogram can save your life so you should always follow the advice of your physician regarding screening for early detection of breast cancer. If
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For years now both the media and the internet have speculated that underarm antiperspirants and deodorants can cause breast cancer. Many media reports suggest that these items contain harmful chemicals which can be absorbed through the skin. In fact some scientists have speculated that some of the ingredients found in antiperspirants and deodorants may be
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Breast cancer is an ugly phrase most people hope they never have to hear. When a loved one is diagnosed with breast cancer, many people don’t know a whole lot about it. Apologetic sympathies are issued, sometimes support and strength is offered, but if you or a dear one has been diagnosed, there comes a
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