Mammography no better than physical breast examination, study shows
There has been some debate recently in the medical literature as to whether or not a benefit clearly saves lives. Depending upon the research study you look at, mammography either extends survival or has no effect. And the jury is still out. The bottom line…avoid the issue with detection. Prevention is, has been, and always will be the best answer. Avoid saturated fats, alcohol, refined carbs and hormone replacement therapy. Get plenty of exercise and calcium-d-glucarate from fruits and veggies…
bmj.com 321 (7264): 788e