Breast health: Why is 3D better?
Women are particular about their underwire. However, when it comes to 3D mammography, many women still choose 2D. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 41,000 women and...
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No Excuses for women’s health
Sometimes, we are our own barrier to care. Since 2015, Central Valley Health and Jamestown Regional Medical Center have collaborated to reduce barriers for women’s health. In that time, more than 100...
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Mammogram: what to do when a loved one refuses
Support is sometimes the best way to prevent cancer, especially if a loved one is hesitant about getting a mammogram. Breast cancer is easier than ever to be detected with technology advances...
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Age 40? Here’s what to expect at your first mammogram
October is breast health month. And, it’s the perfect time to schedule a mammogram. Experts recommend women age 40 and over receive regular mammograms because of the increased risk of developing breast...
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No Excuses: 3D mammograms available Saturday, Oct. 26
Taking time off work is often a barrier to care, especially for women charged with both professional and domestic duties. That’s why Jamestown Regional Medical Center is offering a special Saturday No Excuses...
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