ACS Recommendations

American Cancer Society Guidelines

	Mammography: Annual mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early. Have a mammogram every year if you are age 40 or older. If you have a history of breast cancer in your family, discuss a personal mammography screening schedule with your health care provider.
	Clinical breast exam: Between ages 20 and 39, have a clinical breast exam conducted by your health care provider at least every 3 years. After age 40, have a clinical breast exam conducted by your health care provider every year.
	Breast self-examination: Ask your health care provider to teach you the proper way to do a thorough breast self-exam. Beginning at age 20, examine your own breasts monthly. If you find any lumps, thickenings or changes, tell your doctor right away. Most breast lumps are not cancer, but you don't know if you don't ask.