Search Results for: mammography
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Connecting the Community to Important Health Screenings
Dr. Robertson discusses efforts underway to connect uninsured and underinsured people with free cancer screenings.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Common Reasons for Getting Called Back After a Mammogram
Many women feel anxious waiting for the results of a mammogram. It can be especially nerve-wracking if your doctor calls you back for more testing.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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The Importance of Breast Cancer Screenings
Approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, according to research by the American Cancer Society (ACS).Learn More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health
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Patient Safety Is a Top Priority at UPMC Magee-Womens Imaging in Cranberry
Mammograms are a powerful tool in the fight against breast cancer. Don't delay your regular screening out of COVID-19 safety concerns.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What to Expect at UPMC-Magee Womens Hospital
Dr. Richard Beigi, President of UPMC Magee Womens Hospital explains the hospital’s new protocols to keep you safe while delivering world-class care.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast, Women's Health
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Who Should Get a Mammogram and When?
Mammograms save lives by finding breast cancer early. Find out when you should start getting one with help from UPMC experts.Learn More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Prophylactic Mastectomy: Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer
One option for patients who are found to have a BRCA gene mutation is a prophylactic mastectomy. The procedure is aimed to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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What Are the Different Types of Breast Cancer?
What are the different types of breast cancer? Your diagnosis will determine your symptoms, screenings, and treatments. Learn more here.Learn More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health
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Breast Cancer in Black Women: Disparities in Cancer
Breast cancer outcomes vary by race and ethnicity. In particular, breast cancer in Black women has startling disparities.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care