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Controversial Mammogram Study Has Surprising Results
According to a 25-year study out of Canada, mammograms were not shown to be effective in reducing the number of breast cancer-related deaths in middle-aged women. The study also suggests that breast cancers detected via mammograms were over-treated, often at the cost of patients’ health. Breast specialist and surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk explains the specific details of the study. Plus, Dr. Funk shares important breast cancer screening tips.
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