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An Update On Breast Cancer Screening And Prevention., Maria Syl D. De La Cruz, Mona Sarfaty, Richard C Wender

Department of Family & Community Medicine Faculty Papers

The goal of this article is to provide clinical guidance on breast cancer screening and prevention in primary care. The discussion highlights the importance of risk assessment, including screening options and risk-reduction strategies, for women at average and high risk. We review recommendations for breast cancer screening, evaluate current evidence on primary prevention, examine current practice patterns, and consider the impact of recent changes within health care.