Guest guest Posted September 11, 2008 Report Share Posted September 11, 2008 For folks wondering about the efficacy of mammograms, I've included two links for your perusal. Dangers of mammograms http://www.preventcancer.com/patients/mammography/ijhs_mammography.htm The following is a link describing the study I mentioned in my previous email - mammograms make no difference in the long-term: http://www.obgyn.net/newsrx/womens_health-Breast_Cancer-20001012-5.asp There is a private thermography clinic out of Toronto that travels around to various holistic clinics hosting thermography screenings. I schedule myself once a year for that and 6 months later I have a pap done by my gynecologist (who also checks my breasts). This way I feel like I'm being checked by a professional twice a year but it's also on my mind. I work towards a good result at both of those appointments so I keep my diet in check and take milk thistle and exercise. I also make regular appointments with my naturopath to get some guidance. It doesn't come cheap. Though we have free health care in Canada, the thermographs are considered " alternative " . AND my dh has great benefits at his job but they don't cover it either. The screening up here costs about $250.00. My husband throws his hands up in the air in frustration because his insurance will cover Viagra - not that he needs it! The mammogram would be entirely free. Kind regards, Janet who wasted her time at that press the flesh this afternoon -- " The need for peace and understanding between the peoples of the world has never been as great as now. Peace can only come with understanding, and travel is an important means of acquiring it. " --Vincenzo Marcolongo I.A.M.A.T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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