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begin getting mammograms at age 40 — every year . The societies also recommend that women keep getting screened after age 74 , unless they have serious health problems that shorten their life expectancy .
Why is it still important to get a mammogram every year ?
Annual screening offers the best chance for early detection , when cancer can be caught while still treatable , leading to favorable prognosis . Studies have shown that women who skip even one scheduled mammogram screening before a breast cancer diagnosis can face a significantly higher risk of death . Skipping a year allows for cancers to grow undetected , potentially resulting in a more advanced tumor at the time of diagnosis , necessitating more extensive surgical procedures and harsher treatments .
Will my insurance still cover a mammogram every year ?
Most insurance companies still cover annual mammograms starting at age 40 for women of average risk , as well as a baseline mammogram for women aged 35-39 . There are also programs available for those who are uninsured and underinsured , including the Kentucky Women ’ s Cancer Screening Program . Some insurance plans also cover supplemental screening annually for women of higher risk .
What about women with higher-than-average risk factors ?
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