How a major change to mammogram regulations could help save lives
Published: Jun. 5, 2024 at 1:55 PM EDT
(InvestigateTV) — So many of us know someone who’s been touched by breast cancer, whether it’s a close relative, a coworker, or a friend.
The National Cancer Institute says about one in eight women will get that diagnosis in their lifetime.
In 2024 alone, the American Cancer Society estimates that this country will see more than 42,000 breast cancer deaths.
In the interest of early detection, we’ve learned that 2024 will also bring about a major update from mammograms.
Reporter Heather Graf explains the new federal regulations and how women fighting the disease inspire change.
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