Jenna Chierek / Thursday, August 22, 2024 / Categories: Breast Health Care, Cancer Should you be screened? By discovering cancer at an early stage, these preventative screenings can help improve the odds of survival and reduce the need for more extensive treatment. Breast Cancer Screening Lung Cancer Screening An annual mammogram is recommended if: You are a female 40 years old or older You are a female under 40 with one or more of these risk factors: Family history of breast or ovarian cancer Certain gene mutations that run in families Early periods, before age 12 Starting menopause afer age 55 First pregnancy after age 30 Speak with your doctor to decide if screening before 40 is right for you. A lung cancer screening is recommended if you meet the following criteria: You are between 50 and 77 years old. You are a current Smoker, or have quit within the last 15 years. Have a smoking history of at least “20 pack-years”. Calculate your pack year history. If you meet the criteria, speak with your doctor to decide if screening is right for you. A physican referral is required. Schedule an appointment online or call 314-996-5170. Email a Nurse Navigator or call 855-399-LUNG (5864). Print 985 Rate this article: No rating Tags: breast care breast health breast lung cancer lung cancer screening breast cancer screening breast cancer detection breast center prevention breast health care