The American College of Radiology (ACR), Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) and major medical organizations experienced in breast cancer care continue to recommend that women start getting annual mammograms at age 40. (sciencedaily.com)
A woman who is at higher risk (that is, one who has a family history with one or more first - degree relatives with breast or ovarian cancer) should begin having regular annual mammograms at least 10 years earlier than the age at which her relative was diagnosed with cancer. (health.com)
The results of this large - scale study are very reassuring as they confirm that current NICE guidance1, which recommends annual mammograms for women over 40 who are at an increased risk of breast cancer, is effective. (politics.co.uk)