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The following tips are brought to you by the Katzmann Breast Center and the Mercy Cancer Center. For more information call 222-7830. And join us for the Race for the Cure, in support of the Susan G Komen Foundation, October 22nd.
As soon as you get your new calendar for 2012, make a note in the month you are due for your annual mammogram.
Make sure not to use deodorant, powder or lotions before you have your mammogram done. It can distort the results.
Nearly 15 percent of breast concerns aren't detected by mammography. So, it's important to also do breast self-exams and have a yearly exam by your health care provider.
About 80% of women diagnosed with breast cancer do not have a family history of the disease. Every woman is at risk.
Mammograms are nothing to fear. There is minimal discomfort and Mercy offers the Mamopad which cushions the breast during the exam making it much more comfortable.
Don't be afraid to get checked out if you feel a lump. Eight out of ten lumps end up being non-cancerous.
The key to survival is early detection. That's why breast self-examination is so important.
Breast cancer is not a death sentence. Many women live long and productive lives following a cancer diagnosis.
Mammograms are the single best tool to detect breast cancer early. Don't wait. Call and schedule your Mammogram today.
Mammograms are read by comparing them to previous tests to detect changes. If you change health care providers, be sure to have your mammogram films or files transferred with you.
It's a simple, easy, quick test. Mammograms are the single best tool to detect breast cancer early. Don’t wait. Call and schedule your mammogram today.
An abnormal mammogram doesn’t necessarily mean you have a life-threatening condition. That's why it's especially important you have a mammogram on an annual basis - so anomalies can be noted and tracked.
Women are always busy taking care of others and we don't want to be a bother. Breast health isn't something you want to hesitate about. Don’t be afraid to ask your health care practitioner if you have any questions about your breast health. They are there to help!
As soon as you get your new calendar for 2012, make a note in the month you are due for your annual mammogram. 
Mammograms are nothing to fear. There is minimal discomfort and 
It's a simple, easy, quick test. Mammograms are the single best tool to detect breast cancer early. Don’t wait. Call and schedule your mammogram today.
