Industry aims to boost awareness for breast cancer screening in October

William Doss | October 04, 2016 | Radiology Business | Policy & Regulations

The leaves are changing, pumpkin spice lattes are everywhere and the world has gone pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Welcome back, October.

The reminders for women to undergo screening and self-exams are more widespread than ever—and for good reason. Screening is still hovering around 75 percent of American women, behind targets set by the Healthy People 2020 Program.

Read more about Breast Cancer Awareness month and the benefits of 3D mammography by following the link below:

Beating Breast Cancer Through Awareness: Pinktober 2016

William Doss

As a Senior Writer for TriMed Media Group, Will covers radiology practice improvement, policy, and finance. He lives in Chicago and holds a bachelor’s degree in Life Science Communication and Global Health from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He previously worked as a media specialist for the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Outside of work you might see him at one of the many live music venues in Chicago or walking his dog Holly around Lakeview.

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