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arpie
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2 years ago

Dr Sandy Minck has advocated for Dense Breast Tissue women to be ADVISED at BreastScreen Level ....

I, personally, believe that all women should be advised of their Breast Density at the time of screening (as they can see it there on the screen) and given documentation on what it may mean (ie having...
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Ktre
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2 years ago
Totally agree, I have dense breast tissue and was not aware, I was informed at my mammograms and second ultrasound appointment after tumours had been detected and it was to late. I now live with metastatic breast cancer.... I had a mammogram 5 years earlier and was not informed of the density!! If I had and was advised to get ultrasounds and check regularly I may not be in this position. Should be mandated throughout the nation