Early screenings at age 40 can save about 20% more lives.
Half of women havedense breast tissue,which makes it harder for a mammogram to detect potential tumors.
Why Every Other Year?
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The USPSTF said its decision is based on the balance between risk and benefit.
A major risk is false-positive results, which occur in about 50% of womenespecially those who are younger.
It is something we looked into very carefully, Mangione said.
These negative outcomes can include:
Will Insurance Cover Mammograms for People in Their 40s?
This impacts how insurance companies respond.
If you have health insurance and are in your 40s or older, your mammogram should be covered.
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