Breast cancer screening can be confusing. Who should have a screening mammogram and at what age? What are the benefits or risks? People deserve clear information. There’s no single answer to any of these important questions, since personal health history, patient preferences and values should be discussed with your health provider in what is called shared decision making. This year, we expect to see over 28,000 people develop breast cancer in Canada, and 5,500 will die.
