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Screening for Breast Cancer

Published May 15, 1982 · Mdmphmba WandaK Nicholson

The Lancet

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Study Snapshot

Key takeawayThere is no clear evidence to support screening well women under 50 for breast cancer, but more attention should be paid to the 40-50-year-old age group.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Screening for Breast Cancer

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