Articles & Resources

Have questions about mammograms, breast cancer, and other women's health issues? Take a look through our articles and resources section to find answers.

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Girls Night Out: Breast Health Awareness Event

Girls Night Out is right around the corner! Join us on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Get your screening mammogram, free leg vein screening, appetizers, mini-massages, wine, prizes, and more free stuff. Call (763) 398-4400 to reserve

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Comprehensive Breast Care Center: What To Expect

Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women. However, with regular checkups and proper care, it’s possible to detect the early signs of breast cancer. As a result, you may receive more successful, minimally invasive treatment.   Mammograms, for example, are one

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Why You Shouldn’t Wear Deodorant to a Mammogram

Can you wear deodorant to a mammogram? No, you should not wear deodorant, antiperspirant, powder, or lotion before a mammogram because these products can interfere with imaging results and may appear as artifacts on the scan. Deodorant contains aluminum, which

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Get Same-Day Mammogram Results Today

Getting a mammogram is an essential part of a woman’s health journey. However, waiting for the results can be a nerve-wracking experience.  Fortunately, The Breast Center of Maple Grove offers same-day mammogram results that we promptly communicate with you and

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Age for First Mammogram

Medical experts recommend that all women should start receiving their annual screening mammogram at age 40. This recommendation is supported by the American College of Radiology (ACR), the Society of Breast Imaging (SBI), and the breast imaging specialists at The

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