Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC)

A panel of experts discussed the new mammography breast density regulations today. The conversation touched on the history of breast density advocacy, the development of the regulations, and the impact of breast density on breast cancer detection.

#NationalWomensHealthWeek Dr. Stamatia Destounis from Elizabeth Wende Breast Care discusses new guidelines by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force: Breast cancer screenings are now recommended at age 40, earlier for higher-risk groups wxxinews.org/local-news/202…

Mammogram screening age lowered to 40, local doctor weighs in rochesterfirst.com/news/health/ma…

We're reminded of the significance of risk assessment as we hear about Olivia Munn's brave battle with breast cancer. ewbc.com/.../cancer-ris…

"Going to regular screening will improve your chances of surviving breast cancer, and you are bound to do better than someone who does not go to their screenings," Destounis told MedPage Today.

Breast Cancer Screening Frequency Makes a Big Survival Difference medpagetoday.com/meetingcoverag…

We applaud ⁦⁦⁦@RepGraceMeng⁩ for cosponsorship of the “Find It Early Act” to ensure all health insurance plans cover breast imaging with NO out-of-pocket costs. It will save lives. FindItEarlyAct.org

Remember to spread the word all year long, raise awareness, and encourage all women in your life to schedule their mammograms regularly. #BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #MammographyMatters

We welcomed Miguel Melendez, Jr. on behalf of Rochester City Council today — National Mammography Day — in recognition of our efforts in the fight against breast cancer. Thank you, Rochester City Council! #BreastCancerAwareness #NationalMammographyDay #CommunitySupport"

The Imaging Wire Show -- New Developments in Breast Density youtu.be/LZosY3-glqI?si… via @YouTube

Is it unusual to have #DenseBreasts? NO. Learn more at DBI Europe - See FAQ 8 here: ow.ly/Ejn650PPMyE #WorldDenseBreastDay #BreastDensity

3 great introductory videos on what #densebreasts are and why they matter. #WorlDenseBreastDay

FDA "dense breast" reporting rule coming in 2024. It is crucial to get ahead of what educational needs will be. Join us on Sept 27th for the #WorldDenseBreastDay 24-hour education marathon.

Destounis talks rising cancer rates with AuntMinnie.com via @AuntMinnie auntminnie.com/index.aspx?sec…

Glad to visit @Elizabethwende today and get an update on their work in the fight against cancer. Too many families know the pain of a cancer diagnosis, and I'm grateful for their work to ensure everyone can access the resources and treatment options they need and deserve.

Dr. Destounis shares her expert recommendations in this fact check article by USA Today: lnkd.in/gZG7chHW