By Lake County Gazette |
Oct 20, 2023
October 20, 2023 marks National Mammography Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. The key to early detection lies in regular screenings such as breast self-exams, clinical breast exams, and mammograms. Mammograms, in particular, can often detect a breast lump before it can be felt. It is recommended that women who are 40 and older have...