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ACP Recommends Biennial Mammograms for Women 50-74, Personalized Screening for 40-49

5/17/2026

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The American College of Physicians now recommends biennial mammography for average-risk women ages 50-74 and a personalized discussion for ages 40-49.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and American Cancer Society (ACS) endorse screening at age 40 with yearly or biennial.
Researchers led by Dr. Laura Esserman reported risk-based screening with MRI matches standard mammograms.
The guidance suggests 3-D tomosynthesis for dense breasts, though supplemental ultrasound or MRI is uncertain.

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The American College of Physicians now recommends biennial mammography for average-risk women ages 50-74 and a personalized discussion for ages 40-49.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and American Cancer Society (ACS) endorse screening at age 40 with yearly or biennial.
Researchers led by Dr. Laura Esserman reported risk-based screening with MRI matches standard mammograms.
The guidance suggests 3-D tomosynthesis for dense breasts, though supplemental ultrasound or MRI is uncertain.