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Old 11-23-2009, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by graciegirl View Post
I suspect that these guidelines are being offered only to keep the costs down for any new public health program.

I simply know that many women would not be diagnosed early enough to save their lives without yearly mammograms starting at 50. My cancer was diagnosed very early, there was no palpable lump at all.

If you are reading this please have yearly mammograms even if you have to pay for them yourself, and do self checks, and don't be afraid. The outlook is good to survive if diagnosis is early.

If you are a man encourage the women who matter to you to have yearly mammograms starting at 50.
Excellent advice GG! We all must be diligent in protecting our health, regardless of what "professionals" recommend.
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