Mother’s Day is right around the corner. You could give her flowers and candy. Or, another way to express your love and appreciation would be to encourage her to have a mammogram.
Mammograms can be a very powerful tool in the fight against breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among American women, except for skin cancer. Based on current incidence rates for breast cancer, a woman born today has approximately a one in eight chance of being diagnosed with the disease at some time during her lifetime.
The American Cancer Society recommends that women over 40 have a mammogram once a year. Women ages 50 to 74 should have one every two years, as recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Mammograms are believed to contribute to decreases in death rates from breast cancer since 1990 due to earlier detection through screening, as well as increased awareness and improved treatment.
At Texas Regional Medical Center, women over the age of 40 can schedule their own screening mammogram without a referral from their primary care physician. Schedule your appointment today by calling 972-892-4646. Have your screening mammogram by May 31, 2015 and receive a free insulated shopper tote* that is perfect for your summer outdoor activities. For more information, visit https://trmcsunnyvale.wordpress.com.
* $10 retail value. Offer good while supplies last.