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Mark your calendars for National Mammography Day on the third Friday of October! This day was created to promote awareness about the importance of early detection and screening for breast cancer. The U.S. Congress designated this day in 1993 and since then it has become an annual event to remind women (and men) to take charge of their health and get regular mammograms. Early detection is key in helping prevent serious complications, so make sure you schedule your appointment today!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1895</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of X-Rays</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered the X-rays, a significant breakthrough that would later pave the way for mammography.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1913</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Albert Salomon's Study on Breast Cancer</div><div class='timeline-text'>Surgeon Albert Salomon conducted the first comprehensive study of breast cancer using X-rays, helping develop the technique of mammography.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Perfecting Mammography</div><div class='timeline-text'>Radiologist Robert Egan published "A New Radiographic Technique for Breast Diagnosis", improving the quality and diagnostic use of mammograms.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mammography Quality Standards Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) was passed by Congress to ensure the safety and accuracy of mammograms across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Mammography Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Congress designated the third Friday in October as National Mammography Day, dedicating it to promoting awareness about early detection of breast cancer through mammograms.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Digital Mammography</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FDA approved the first full-field digital mammography system, making mammograms more detailed and easier to interpret.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Schedule a mammogram</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It is recommended that women ages 40 and over should get a yearly mammogram. Make sure you schedule yours and don't forget to mark it on your calendar.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share mammography facts, stories, and resources with your friends and family. The more people know, the better.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a breast cancer charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Consider donating to a breast cancer charity or organization in honor of National Mammography Day. Your donation could help fund research or provide care for those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check with local hospitals, medical centers, and other health organizations to see if they are hosting events in honor of National Mammography Day. You could attend a free screening, health talk, or other educational event.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear pink</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your support for National Mammography Day by wearing something pink on October 18th. Put on your favorite pink shirt or dress up in pink from head to toe!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mammography helps detect cancer early</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By getting a mammogram, you can catch any potential signs of breast cancer before it spreads and spreads. Early detection is key when it comes to taking action against this potentially life-threatening disease. The earlier you are able to intervene, the better your chances are of successfully treating it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mammography saves lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The goal of mammograms is to find breast cancer in its earliest stages so that successful treatment can be administered and lives can be saved. Regularly scheduled screenings help increase the rate of diagnosis as well as improve effectiveness of treatments, making them more successful overall.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mammograms are easy and convenient</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Most healthcare providers have onsite mammography facilities or can easily refer you to one nearby. And if you don't have access to transportation or live far away from a facility, there are even mobile mammogram clinics available in some areas which make it easier than ever to get regular screening done from the comfort and convenience of home.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National Mammography Day is globally recognized</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many countries around the world also commemorate National Mammography Day, using it as an opportunity to spread awareness about breast cancer and promote early detection through regular mammograms.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National Mammography Day was first recognized on the third Friday in October 1993</h3><p class='facts-content'>The specific date was chosen in alignment with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place throughout October each year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The first mammogram machines were extremely large</h3><p class='facts-content'>Early mammogram machines were so large that they occupied entire rooms. Thanks to advancements in technology, modern mammography machines are more compact and comfortable for patients.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mammograms play a crucial role in detecting other breast diseases</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from cancer, mammograms can help detect cysts, fibroadenomas, ductal carcinoma in situ (a non-invasive cancer) and other conditions affecting the breast.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Advancements in mammography include 3D imaging</h3><p class='facts-content'>3D mammography, also known as breast tomosynthesis, provides images from multiple angles, creating a layered 3D view of the breast. This significantly improves the visibility of abnormalities, which may be obscured in conventional 2D mammogram images.</p></div></div>
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