The Life-Saving Power of Second Opinions for Mammograms
1 in 8 women, or approximately 13% of the female population in the United States, will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2024, an estimated 310,720 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, as well as 56,500 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer1.
Chances are, you know at least one person who has been personally affected by breast cancer.
But there is hope. Approximately 66% of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at a localized stage, before cancer has spread outside of the breast, when it is easiest to treat. Today, there are currently more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States2.
According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5 year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes monthly breast self-exams and annual mammograms.