Mês de sensibilização para o cancro da mama
1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. A simple mammogram is your best defense in the fight against breast cancer, allowing for early detection when treatment is most successful.
More Caring. More Answers.
The Southcoast Health Cuidados com o peito has redefined breast care, providing patients with private and convenient screening options, timely information, and a team of specialists who put both the physical and emotional needs of our patients first.
Important Reminders
Mammogram Guidelines
Mammograms starting at age 40 are a routine part of breast care at Southcoast Health – in May 2023, The U.S Preventive Task Force (USPSTF) added its voice to the majority of national medical associations when it issued draft guidelines dropping the recommended age to start mammograms from 50 to 40. It joined the Sociedade Americana do Cancro, Sociedade Americana de Cirurgiões da Mama, Colégio Americano de Obstetras e Ginecologistas, Colégio Americano de Radiologiae Sociedade de Imagiologia da Mamaque têm orientações semelhantes.
Cancro da mama
What are the symptoms of breast cancer? – Early detection of breast cancer is vital to increasing your chances of a successful outcome.
Breast Health Assesment
Breast Health Assessment – This short assessment will help you learn if you have risk factors that may raise your breast cancer risk. It is not a complete review of all breast cancer risks. For a complete evaluation of your risks, see your healthcare provider.
Schedule Your Annual Mammogram
Schedule Your Annual Mammogram – Early detection can be a key defense in the fight against cancer, allowing for earlier treatment and improved outcomes. Southcoast Health is here to help with convenient scheduling for these important screening tests.
