Why can women over age 79 use the Screening Mammography Program?
Screening mammograms are available to women over age 79, but they have to be arranged by a doctor. The reason the Screening Mammography Program is no longer available without referral for a women after age 79 is more to do with other health concerns. This should be discussed between a woman and her doctor. If the joint decision is to continue screening, then the doctor can refer the woman to the Program.
Related Questions
- The guidelines recommend MRI in addition to, not instead of, mammography. Why do women who get MRI screening still need to have annual mammograms?
- Does participation in an epidemiological study improve appropriate prescription of screening mammography for asymptomatic women?
- Why can women over age 79 use the Screening Mammography Program?
