Source: USA Today
The FDA is proposing new regulations for centers that conduct mammograms, requiring them to inform women on the health issues that are associated with dense breast tissue.
The regulations are meant to help with identifying breast cancer in women earlier on by informing women that dense breast tissue can prevent screenings from being accurate because it can hide tumors.
“Breast cancer is one of the most worrisome health concerns facing women … As part of our overall commitment to protecting the health of women, we’re proposing new policies to modernize our oversight of mammography services,” said FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb.
Current FDA regulations recommend that women over the age of 40 should have mammograms performed every year, and those over 55 should go every two years.
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