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Mammogram at 40 Guide

Turning 40? Your mammogram rule changed.

In 2024, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) finalized a recommendation: a mammogram every other year for women ages 40 to 74. It is still the current recommendation. This free one page guide gives you a simple checklist at 40 and CDC's warning signs. The line to remember: Forty is the new start line.

• The rule. Every other year, from age 40 to 74, for women at average risk, including those with a family history of breast cancer.
• Who needs a different plan. When the rule does not apply, so you know to ask your doctor.
• Dense breasts. Why it is worth asking about them.
• Warning signs. CDC's breast cancer warning signs, and why not to wait for your next screening.
• Sources. Backed by USPSTF and CDC.

Current as of Oct 10, 2026, based on the USPSTF final recommendation (Apr 30, 2024).

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