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New Study Urges Annual Breast Cancer Screenings

September 5th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

The University of Pittsburgh and UPMC have released a new study supporting annual breast cancer screening for women over 40. The study shows women having annual mammograms are less likely to have late-stage cancer as well as higher survival rates than women who screen every other year. Dr. Margarita Zuley who heads up Breast Imaging at Pitt and UPMC says there is a significant benefit for annual screening as early detection creates a better chance of survival…