submitted by Sun Life Health
It is estimated that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. The good news is that the survival rate can be as high as 98% with early detection.
Getting a yearly screening mammogram is important for the early detection of breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, and mammograms can detect cancer before it causes any symptoms.
This means that if breast cancer is detected early, it is more likely to be treated successfully!
During a mammogram, a low-dose X-ray is used to take images of the breast. These images can detect small masses or calcifications in the breast tissue that may be a sign of cancer.
Mammograms can detect cancer up to two years before a lump can be felt by a doctor or patient.
It is recommended that women begin getting yearly mammograms at age 40, or earlier if they have a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors. Mammograms are a safe and effective way to detect breast cancer early and can ultimately save lives.
Sun Life Health in Casa Grande is now offering screening mammograms, adding to the convenience of your one-stop-shop for medical care. Call today to schedule your appointment. 520.836.3446.
