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The Best Age To Begin Mammograms

The American Cancer Society recommends getting mammogram starting at age 45, says Dr. Anaisys Ballesteros, Family Medicine Physician with Baptist Health Primary Care. She also says if any woman has symptoms (lump, breast pain, nipple discharge, etc.) she must visit the doctor. The doctor advises doing self-breast exams every month..

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