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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What Is a Breast Biopsy?

A breast biopsy is the process of removing a small sample of breast tissue or fluid to test for cancer. The results will indicate if the cells are benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).  Why Do I Need a Breast Biopsy?

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First Mammogram? Here’s What You Can Expect

Did you recently schedule your first mammogram? If so, great job! A mammogram is an incredibly valuable screening exam that can help detect cancers at their earliest, most treatable stages. Every woman’s first mammogram experience is deeply personal, but it

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Research

Breast Cancer and Latest Research

Breast cancer is a serious and scary diagnosis, but the good news is that we are learning more and more about it every day. Through extensive research by the National Institute of Health, Breast Cancer Organizations and other private and

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Cancer Treatments and Nausea

Nausea is a common symptom for those undergoing cancer treatment. Depending on the type of cancer, the individual, and the specific treatment, it can range from a slight uneasy feeling to severe vomiting and an inability to keep any food

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Can Breastfeeding Reduce your Risk?

There is information everywhere about how breastfeeding is good for your baby, giving him a healthy start to life. You may not have heard that breastfeeding can also reduce your risk of cancer later in life. Even if diagnosed with

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Mammogram Insurance

Does my insurance cover my mammogram?

Question: Does my insurance cover my mammogram? Answer: In nearly every case, yes! If you’re like most women, you’re concerned about your risk for developing breast cancer, and you know that there’s nothing better than a regular mammogram for early

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2nd Annual Breakfast & Boobs

Join us on Saturday, April 22, 2017 for the 2nd annual Breakfast & Boobs with myTalk 107.1s Lori & Julia. The duo will be on site at The Breast Center of Maple Grove from 9:00am – 11:00am where you can

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Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

Reducing your risk of breast cancer is possible. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent the disease, you can reduce your risk of breast cancer through three simple lifestyle changes. Reduce Your Risk for Breast Cancer: Maintain a Healthy Weight

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Male Breast Cancer Symptoms

Male Breast Cancer Symptoms  Male breast cancer symptoms are often ignored because many people believe that men can’t get breast cancer. Men and women both have breast tissue, but the vast majority of men lack the hormones that cause the

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