A 45-year-old woman asks how often she should have a mammogram. The most appro-priate answer is:
a. Every 1 to 2 years until age 50 and yearly after that.
b. Every year beginning at age 40.
c. They are unnecessary until age 50.
d. Whenever she feels a lump.
A
The American Cancer Society recommends that women between the ages of 40 and 49 have a mammogram every 1 to 2 years and yearly after the age of 50.
The American Cancer Society recommends a mammogram every 1 to 2 years after 40 until 50 years of age.
Mammograms are necessary when a woman is in her 40s.
Mammograms should be done routinely following the American Cancer Society guidelines.
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