What Women Need to Know About Breast Health

“We can never over-amplify early detection.”

Dr. Islamiat Ego-Osuala, Fellowship Trained Breast Imaging Radiologist, Washington Radiologist

Key facts to know about breast health:

• Women of Average Risk. Women with an average risk of breast cancer should begin annual screening with mammography at age 40.
• Women with Dense Breasts. Speak to your physician about supplemental breast cancer screening with Breast MRI.
• Black Women. Statistics show that Black women are 40 percent more likely to die from breast cancer. And they have a higher incidence of triple negative breast cancer, a more aggressive form.
• Young Women. With rising rates of breast cancer in younger women, it’s important to have a risk assessment performed by your primary care physician to determine if genetic testing is necessary.