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A mammogram is a safe test used to look for any problems with a woman's breasts. The test uses a special, low-dose x-ray machine to take pictures of both breasts. The results are recorded on x-ray film or directly onto a computer for a radiologist to examine.

Mammograms allow the doctor to have a closer look for breast lumps and changes in breast tissue. They can show small lumps or growths that a doctor or woman may not be able to feel when doing a clinical breast exam. "Mammography" is the best screening tool that doctors have for finding breast cancer.

If a lump is found, your doctor may order other tests, such as ultrasound or a biopsy--a test where a small amount of tissue is taken from the lump and area around the lump. The tissue is sent to a lab to look for cancer or changes that may mean cancer is likely to develop. Breast lumps or growths can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). Finding breast cancer early means that a woman has a better chance of surviving the disease. There are also more choices for treatment when breast cancer is found early.

Lexus of Tacoma donates $3,000 to Carol Milgard Breast Center

Today, Lexus of Tacoma at Fife presented the Carol Milgard Breast Center, a joint collaboration of the Multicare Health System, the Franciscan Health System and TRA Medical Imaging, a company-sponsored donation in the amount of $3,000.

2 Dec 2010

People with mental health diagnoses receives poor quality of preventive mass screening

Dr Alex Mitchell, of the Department of Cancer Studies and Molecular Medicine at the University of Leicester, led the study which has been published in the journal General Hospital Psychiatry. Dr Mitchell said preventive screening refers to population based medical tests such as mammography, colonoscopy, blood pressure testing or cholesterol levels to detect conditions such as cancer, diabetes or heart conditions. These screening programmes are typically administered widely in order to help with early detection or prevention and have been credited with improving outcomes of several key medical conditions.

2 Dec 2010

New radiation-free device to detect breast cancer

A new device may enable breast cancer screening and cancer detection in populations where mammography is not widely available or successful, including women in developing countries, and those under the age of 40.

2 Dec 2010

Study shows link between reduced hormone therapy and decline in breast cancer

In a new UCSF study of more than 2 million mammogram screenings performed on nearly 700,000 women in the United States, scientists for the first time show a direct link between reduced hormone therapy and declines in ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) as well as invasive breast cancer. The researchers saw such a striking decrease, they believe they also have uncovered indirect evidence that hormones promote breast tumor growth.

1 Dec 2010

Annual mammography screening reduces risk of mastectomy

Having a yearly mammogram greatly reduces the risk of mastectomy following breast cancer in women between the ages of 40 and 50, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

1 Dec 2010

Genetic screening for Lynch syndrome as cost-effective as other cancer screening procedures

Myriad Genetics, Inc. today said results from a major health economics study in Cancer Prevention Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), found that screening for inherited gene mutations in the genes that cause a major colorectal cancer syndrome called Lynch Syndrome, is both medically and cost effective.

30 Nov 2010

U-Systems upgrades ABUS system to improve diagnostic efficiency, quality

U-Systems, Inc., the leader in automated breast ultrasound, announced significant upgrades for its somo•v Automated Breast Ultrasound System (ABUS) at the 96th Annual Meeting of the Radiology Society of North America, November 28 - December 3.

30 Nov 2010

Imaging Diagnostic Systems showcases CT Laser Breast imaging system at RSNA 2010

Imaging Diagnostic Systems, Inc.,, a pioneer in laser optical breast imaging, announced today that it is exhibiting its CTLM system at the 96th RSNA 2010 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, November 29th - December 2nd in Chicago, Illinois. The company is located at booth #4419 in Hall A of the North Building.

30 Nov 2010

Varian to launch novel X-ray tube and flat panel technology at RSNA 2010

Varian Medical Systems will introduce innovative new X-ray tube and flat panel technology at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago from Nov 28 – Dec 02.

29 Nov 2010

NDSsi launches new DOME S10 diagnostic imaging display for mammography screening at RSNA 2010

A highly advanced 10MP diagnostic imaging display capable of showing two 5MP images for back-to-back chest wall reads has been launched by medical technology leader NDS Surgical Imaging (NDSsi). The new 30-inch widescreen Dome S10 supports 10-bit and 8-bit grayscale image data through industry standard interfaces, eliminating the need for proprietary libraries. Featuring non-reflective glass for higher-clarity viewing, and state-of-the-art 4096 x 2560 resolution, the S10 has raised the bar in optical performance in mammography screening.

29 Nov 2010

Texas Breast Specialists expands breast cancer treatment services

Texas Breast Specialists, part of Texas Oncology, has expanded its breast cancer treatment services in Dallas, McKinney, Bedford, Carrollton, and Plano, Texas to include the mobile Naviscan PEM scanner.

29 Nov 2010

ACS recommends annual MRI screening in women with family history of breast cancer

Women with a personal history of breast cancer should consider annual screening with MRI in addition to mammography, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

29 Nov 2010

IMPAX for breast imaging eliminates limitations of modality-specific review stations at Cleveland Clinic Breast Center

IMPAX for Breast Imaging from Agfa HealthCare, a leading provider of diagnostic imaging and healthcare IT solutions has effectively improved workflow at Cleveland Clinic Breast Center by eliminating digital mammography modality-specific review stations and providing instead a single integrated workflow with true multi-modality capability, according to a white paper released today by Agfa HealthCare.

28 Nov 2010

LCA calls for public discussion on guidance for lung cancer screening

Today, Lung Cancer Alliance (LCA) President & CEO Laurie Fenton-Ambrose said the recent breakthrough on CT screening for lung cancer is an extraordinary development in the battle against lung cancer and reiterated her call for an open and balanced public discussion on guidance for those at high risk who may be considering a scan.

25 Nov 2010

Cancers detected late leading to unnecessary deaths: Report

A new report released Wednesday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that in spite of the widely available screening tests many cancers are not diagnosed until the disease is well-advanced and, therefore, less treatable and more fatal. The report says that half of colorectal cancers and cervical cancers and one-third of breast cancers in the United States are detected at a late stage.

24 Nov 2010

Hologic announces receipt of FDA approvable letter for Selenia Dimensions 3-D digital mammography system

Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics products, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women, announced today that Hologic has received an approvable letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the Selenia Dimensions three-dimensional (3-D) digital mammography tomosynthesis system.

From Hologic, Inc. 23 Nov 2010

Study substantiates targeted breast ultrasound as primary technique to evaluate focal breast signs, symptoms

Targeted breast ultrasound should be the primary imaging technique used to evaluate focal (confined) breast signs and symptoms in women younger than 30, according to a study in the December issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology (www.ajronline.org).

23 Nov 2010

Volpara breast imaging software receives FDA clearance

Offering radiologists a reliable and cost-effective tool to generate automatic volumetric breast density values, Volpara, Ltd., announced today that it has received clearance from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for its Volpara breast imaging software. Volpara, a subsidiary of Matakina Technology, Limited of New Zealand, is responsible for commercial operations in the United States.

19 Nov 2010

U-Systems initiates EASY study for screening breast cancer

U-Systems, the leader in Automated Breast Ultrasound technology announced participant enrollment has begun in the European Asymptomatic Screening Study (EASY) at Capio Saint Göran Hospital, in Stockholm, Sweden.

18 Nov 2010

Siemens launches MAMMOMAT Inspiration Full-Field Digital Mammography System in the U.S.

Siemens announces that the MAMMOMAT® Inspiration Full-Field Digital Mammography System is now commercially available in the United States. The MAMMOMAT Inspiration offers digital screening and diagnostic mammography, stereotactic biopsy, and upgrade capability to future technologies all in one system.

17 Nov 2010

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Lexus of Tacoma donates $3,000 to Carol Milgard Breast Center

People with mental health diagnoses receives poor quality of preventive mass screening

New radiation-free device to detect breast cancer

Study shows link between reduced hormone therapy and decline in breast cancer

Annual mammography screening reduces risk of mastectomy

Genetic screening for Lynch syndrome as cost-effective as other cancer screening procedures

U-Systems upgrades ABUS system to improve diagnostic efficiency, quality

Imaging Diagnostic Systems showcases CT Laser Breast imaging system at RSNA 2010

Varian to launch novel X-ray tube and flat panel technology at RSNA 2010

NDSsi launches new DOME S10 diagnostic imaging display for mammography screening at RSNA 2010

Texas Breast Specialists expands breast cancer treatment services

ACS recommends annual MRI screening in women with family history of breast cancer

IMPAX for breast imaging eliminates limitations of modality-specific review stations at Cleveland Clinic Breast Center

LCA calls for public discussion on guidance for lung cancer screening

Cancers detected late leading to unnecessary deaths: Report

Hologic announces receipt of FDA approvable letter for Selenia Dimensions 3-D digital mammography system

Study substantiates targeted breast ultrasound as primary technique to evaluate focal breast signs, symptoms

Volpara breast imaging software receives FDA clearance

U-Systems initiates EASY study for screening breast cancer

Siemens launches MAMMOMAT Inspiration Full-Field Digital Mammography System in the U.S.

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