Ladies in Pink Gowns

Ladies in Pink GownsIssue #10 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Annual mammograms are a nerve-wracking but important screening tool for women.In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October)I scheduled my first mammogram as soon as I turned 40. As a lifelong rule follower, of course I was going to follow the guidance of groups like the CDC and American Cancer Society, who generally agree upon 40 as the best age to start screenings.Links:https://www.qtimaging.com/https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/cancer-articles/a-comfortable-mammogramEach issue of "What's Her Problem?" includes questions for further discussion. You can Leave a Comment publicly below, or become a Paid Subscriber on Substack to join the conversation in the private community Chat.This week’s question:Do you get your mammogram like clockwork? Has a doctor’s office or imaging center ever accidentally given you incorrect information and caused you to worry unnecessarily? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit whatsherproblem.substack.com/subscribe