5 Myths About Mammograms

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1. Radiation causes cancer.

2. A breast lump equals breast cancer.

3. No family history means you won’t get breast cancer.

4. Digital mammography doesn’t use compression.

5. You need a referral from your doctor to get screened.

Source: charlotteradiology.com

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