Breast Cancer Awareness: I Pink I Can!

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos   Breast Cancer Awareness with Dr. Soma Mandal and Dr. Alison Price   In this special episode of 'Soma Says,' Dr. Soma hosts a live session at Poduty LIve Fest 2024 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Alison Price, a breast surgical oncologist. They discuss the updated breast cancer screening guidelines advising mammograms starting at age 40, the impact of early detection, and the role of breast density in screening. Dr. Price demystifies misconceptions about breast cancer risk factors and the role of hormone replacement therapy. They explore emerging screening technologies and the positive outcomes of early interventions. The episode highlights the importance of individualized risk assessment and ongoing patient education to improve breast health outcomes.   00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer   00:42 Special Episode for Breast Cancer Awareness Month   01:18 Live Session Introduction   02:16 Changes in Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines   04:49 Breast Density and Legislative Changes   06:09 Individual Risk Factors and Screening   07:16 Modifiable and Non-Modifiable Risk Factors   08:22 Mammography and Other Screening Modalities   09:27 Misconceptions About Breast Cancer   13:25 Hormone Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer   18:54 Future of Breast Cancer Detection   21:37 Success Stories and Patient Impact   23:48 Conclusion and Social Media   Dr. Price is a breast surgical oncologist with a practice at Summit Health in New Providence, NJ www.summithealth.com/doctors/alison-price-md