Who Should Have a Mammogram?

Mammography is your best defense against breast cancer because it can detect the disease in its early stages, before a lump can be felt during a breast exam.

Women at average risk for breast cancer should start annual mammograms at age 40 and continue through age 74.

Women who have an increased risk for breast cancer due to family history, a known BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation or other risk factors should discuss screening options with their physician. If you have risk factors, together with your physician you can decide what’s best for you.