Overcoming Obstacles to Breast Cancer Screening
Regular mammograms are a vital tool in the early detection of breast cancer. When caught early, breast cancer is often more treatable, leading to better outcomes and increased survival rates. Yet, many women delay or avoid getting their screening mammograms due to various concerns, fears, and lack of resources. Understanding...
Ways to Impact Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to come together to raise awareness, support those affected by breast cancer, and advocate for continued research, health equity, and innovation. It’s an important moment for us all to unite, reflect, and take action toward a future where breast cancer no longer poses...
Uniting for Health Equity: Addressing Breast Cancer Disparities
As we approach Juneteenth, a day marking the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S., it’s a time to reflect on the progress we’ve made towards equality and justice. However, it’s also a time to acknowledge the persistent disparities that continue to affect Black communities, particularly in healthcare. One such...
Know Before: Breast Cancer Risk Factors at Every Age
As we recognize Women’s Health Month, we want to celebrate the moms, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, nieces, and cousins who are making a profound impact in their communities, paving the way for a healthier future, and inspiring hope for generations to come. Breast cancer is a significant health concern affecting...
Pioneering Women in Radiology
Throughout history, women have played a crucial role in the advancement of radiology and breast imaging, breaking barriers and setting new imaging and safety standards. As we recognize Women’s History Month, this article highlights just a few of the pioneering women whose contributions have been instrumental in shaping the fields...
How Radiologists can Enhance Patient Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In recent weeks, the number of people diagnosed with the coronavirus, or COVID-19, has rapidly increased, impacting our lives in unprecedented ways and placing a growing burden upon hospitals and clinicians worldwide. This emerging issue has led organizations such as the American College of Radiology, the American Cancer Society, and...
Breast Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know
With 1 in 8 women at risk of developing breast cancer in her lifetime[i], it’s important to know your personal risk and get screened regularly. Breast cancer screening has improved significantly in recent years, making it more important than ever for women to know about the latest advancements that can...
The Best Defense Against Breast Cancer is Early Detection: Honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Founded in 1985, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) is celebrated each October with a mission of educating the public about the causes, risks, prevention and detection of breast cancer. With one in eight women developing invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime and more than 330,000 new...
3 Steps to Improve Your Overall Breast Health
We’re halfway through 2018, providing us with the perfect opportunity to reflect on the goals we have set for ourselves this year and how we are tracking toward them. At iCAD, our goal is to keep you iNFORMED and aware by sharing tips and resources that are pertinent to your...
5 Ways to Protect Yourself and Your Breast Health
May 13-19 is National Women’s Health Week and a great opportunity for women to stop, take a breather and remember that putting your own health first will allow you to take better care of your family and loved ones. This includes staying on top of your breast health. With about...