Cancer Prevention

Breast Cancer Screening — What Every Person Should Know

Early detection significantly improves survival. Here's what to know and what to do.

By Edward A. Layne MD, SCM
50 years of clinical judgement applied to modern longevity science.
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April 2026 HealthChek™ · Family History · Breast Cancer · Lung Cancer · Age Management · Ted's Story

Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines:

breast cancer detection
  • Perform regular breast exams.
  • See your doctor immediately if you feel a lump in your breast.
  • Discuss genetic risk evaluation and age-appropriate breast cancer screening with your doctor based on your personal and family history.
  • Risk-adjusted imaging options, including Ultrasound, Thermography or MRI may be recommended for selected patients. Please discuss imaging cadence customization with your doctor
  • You should aware that males can develop breast cancer