Controversial Mammogram Study: Death Rates
According to a 25-year study out of Canada, mammograms were not shown to be effective in reducing the number of breast cancer-related deaths in middle-aged women. The study also suggests that breast cancers detected via mammograms were over-treated, often at the cost of patients' health. Breast specialist and surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk explains the specific details of the study. Plus, Dr. Funk shares important breast cancer screening tips. (Part 2)
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