08/18/2026
Let’s talk mammograms 💗
We know they’re not exactly something anyone looks forward to. They can be uncomfortable, and we hear concerns about radiation exposure all the time. But mammograms are still one of our best tools for finding breast cancer early — sometimes before a lump can even be felt.
Thermography may sound like an easier alternative, but it can miss cancers that a mammogram is able to detect. When it comes to breast cancer, finding it smaller and earlier can make such a difference.
And while mammograms do use a small amount of radiation, the exposure is very low and the benefit of early detection far outweighs that risk.
So don’t put off your mammogram! And if you have a family history of breast cancer, make sure your provider knows so you can decide together what screening schedule is best for you.
A few uncomfortable minutes are worth taking care of you. 🩷