Routine mammograms are best known as a front-line tool for detecting breast cancer. But new research suggests the same X-ray images may also offer an early warning sign for cardiovascular disease—the ...

The FDA has implemented a new rule for mammograms to spot hidden cancers. As of September 10, mammogram reports should flag high breast density. Half of women over 40 have dense breasts, making cancer ...

Now, some local hospitals have an enhanced mammography that really improves the accuracy. Marian Forman's family is no stranger to breast cancer. "My mother's had it twice, one sister had it once, and ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- As we continue to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, doctors say more women need to understand the issue of breast density. It could be a lifesaver. Nearly half of women 40 ...

Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin. There's no question mammograms can save lives by detecting breast cancer early. But they can also result ...

A study by Penn State showed that mammograms found calcium deposits in the arteries of the breast. The deposits can help predict a woman's risk of heart attack and more. Breast arterial calcification, ...