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Breast Care Brings Benefits of 3D Mammograms to District of Columbia

2018-02-02T02:35:39+00:00

Today we welcome Dr. Regina Hampton, MD, FACS, and co-founder of Breast Care for Washington, D.C. A locally recognized expert on breast disease, Dr. Hampton is the medical director of the Breast Care Center at Doctors Community

Breast Care Brings Benefits of 3D Mammograms to District of Columbia 2018-02-02T02:35:39+00:00

Mammogram Memes: Laughter Is Great Medicine!

2018-01-01T16:32:41+00:00

We’ve already discussed mammogram laws, how mammograms work, mammograms during pregnancy/breastfeeding, preparation and mammogram alternatives this month. So why don’t we just relax for a few minutes and enjoy a bit of laughter? Breast cancer and

Mammogram Memes: Laughter Is Great Medicine! 2018-01-01T16:32:41+00:00

Our CNS Advisor, Carrie Riccobono, Reflects on New Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines (Part 2)

2018-01-08T04:09:07+00:00

This is Part 2 of Carrie’s series on the new breast cancer screening guidelines. In Part 1, she explained why breast exams are still important, and why self exams are crucial for women under age

Our CNS Advisor, Carrie Riccobono, Reflects on New Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines (Part 2) 2018-01-08T04:09:07+00:00

Mammograms and Mammogram Alternatives: How They Work and Why Breast Density Matters

2017-11-11T05:57:04+00:00

When most women think of breast imaging technology, they think of mammograms. And rightfully so. Mammograms are the most common and accurate way to view the inside of a woman’s breast. But there are mammogram

Mammograms and Mammogram Alternatives: How They Work and Why Breast Density Matters 2017-11-11T05:57:04+00:00

What is a Mammogram Like? We’ve Got Answers!

2017-11-11T05:57:57+00:00

What is a mammogram like, exactly? How do they work? What can you expect? How can you prepare? We've got all the answers right here, and we also dispel some common myths. Mammograms are one

What is a Mammogram Like? We’ve Got Answers! 2017-11-11T05:57:57+00:00

Community Health Centers: Thank You for Free Breast Cancer Screenings and More

2017-11-20T03:04:28+00:00

Unless you are one of the 24 million people whose healthcare needs are served by the 400 Health Centers that operate approximately 9,800 service delivery sites, the term “Community Health Center” may not mean much.

Community Health Centers: Thank You for Free Breast Cancer Screenings and More 2017-11-20T03:04:28+00:00

Mammogram Recommendation Changes: Does 5 Years Make a Difference?

2017-11-20T04:31:54+00:00

When the American Cancer Society announced major changes to their guidelines regarding mammograms, a great debate was sparked regarding whether the changes were significant or not. The controversial move included changing the recommended age for mammograms to

Mammogram Recommendation Changes: Does 5 Years Make a Difference? 2017-11-20T04:31:54+00:00