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Women should get mammograms every other year starting at age 40, according to updated recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This is a significant change from previous guidelines, which said women should begin biennial mammograms at age 50, but could opt to begin as young as 40. The task force also noted
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released new recommendations, stating all women should start mammography at age 40. Their previous guidance stated screening should start no later than age 50.
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released new recommendations, stating all women should start mammography at age 40. Their previous guidance stated screening should start no later than age 50.