The NBCF Story How NBCF Started National Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in 1991 by breast cancer survivor, Janelle Hail.  She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1980 at the age of 34.  At the time of her diagnosis, there was little information about the disease, and she was forced to make a decision about […]

Just the Facts For every 1,000 women who have a screening mammogram: 100 are recalled to get more mammography or ultrasound images 20 are recommended for a needle biopsy 5 are diagnosed with breast cancer What Is a Mammogram? A mammogram is a specific type of breast exam used to aid in the early detection […]

Weighing the Benefits and Risks of Mammography Mammography is a screening test for breast cancer. It’s used to find breast cancer early (before it causes any warning signs or symptoms), when the chances of survival are highest. Regular mammography (along with follow-up tests and treatment if diagnosed) can reduce the chance of dying from breast […]