Mammograms, clinical trials, and breast cancer awareness: Expert Q&A

We speak with former pro football star Desmond Clark, as well as UChicago Medicine cancer surgeons Dr. Jean Bao and Dr. Jennifer Tseng about breast cancer awareness. Click "Show More" to view a full table of contents of the topics discussed. Table of Contents: 0:00:55 Tell us about the American Cancer Society. 0:01:12 Why is Des Clark involved in breast cancer awareness? 0:01:37 What is the Pink: Powered By People campaign? 0:02:04 How can someone get involved with Pink: Powered By People? 0:03:45 How can I help raise awareness for breast cancer? 0:06:12 What services does the American Cancer Society provide? 0:06:52 How often should women be screened for breast cancer? 0:07:22 How can people get involved with events at the American Cancer Society? 0:08:06 What are Pink Tuesdays? 0:09:29 How does the American Cancer Society help women who can't afford a mammogram? 0:11:05 How does the American Cancer Society help support cancer research? 0:13:03 Is breast cancer being detected earlier? 0:18:47 What services does UChicago Medicine offer women with breast cancer? 0:20:52 At what age should women start getting mammograms? 0:21:38 Should younger women who have a hereditary risk get bracket testing? 0:23:25 What is the most current state of the art for women who want to go flat after mastectomy? 0:24:33 What can UChicago Medicine surgeons do to help alleviate issues with lymphedema? 0:26:02 How does screening differ for women with dense breast tissue? 0:27:11 When should someone get an MRI for breast cancer? Who needs an MRI for breast cancer? 0:27:56 Do mammograms cause cancer? 0:28:45 What dietary changes does someone with breast cancer have to make? 0:29:32 Do I need to do a routine self check for breast cancer? Learn more At Forefront of Medicine: Website: http://www.uchicagomedicine.org Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/uchicagomed Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/uchicagomed Make an appointment today at 888-824-0200.