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My Annual Mammogram Was Postponed Because Of The COVID Pandemic; Is It Safe For Me To Wait? My Annual Mammogram Was Postponed Because Of The COVID Pandemic; Is It Safe For Me To Wait?
My Annual Mammogram Was Postponed Because Of The COVID Pandemic; Is It Safe For Me To Wait? Dear Doctor, It’s time for my yearly mammogram. But the imaging center called to say they’re only performing “essential” examinations during the COVID pandemic. I’ll admit it, I usually dread coming in for my mammogram, but now I’m worried about waiting. How do I know if my examination is essential, or if it’s safer to wait until this crisis has passed? Sincerely, “Missing the Squishing” Dear Squishing: These are stressful times. On top of worrying about how the COVID-19 virus could impact their health and the health of their loved ones, many people are also worried about all t…

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Conquering Cancer Fear Is Key To Breast Health, According To Phelps Conquering Cancer Fear Is Key To Breast Health, According To Phelps
Conquering Cancer Fear Is Key To Breast Health, According To Phelps October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time for promoting breast health. Yet, the fear of breast cancer prevents many women from undergoing the screening, including self-breast exams (SBEs) and mammography, that could reduce their breast cancer risk, or lead to early diagnosis, treatment and improved outcomes, said Robin Bradley, MS, CNM, a midwife at Phelps Hospital. “How do we take what we know about breast health and breast cancer awareness and get past the fears that women have about breast cancer?” Bradley asked. Her strategy: meeting women where they are. “Midwives are pragmatis…

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Good Samaritan Hospital Receives Top Marks For Breast Care Safety Good Samaritan Hospital Receives Top Marks For Breast Care Safety
Good Samaritan Hospital Receives Top Marks For Breast Care Safety Patients seeking the highest quality safety and breast care now have access to a nationally accredited program right here in Rockland County. The Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital has been granted a three-year full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, a program administered by the American College of Surgeons. The accreditation is only given to those centers that have voluntarily committed to providing the highest level of quality breast care. “We have developed a program that is completely patient-focused from the time that t…

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