Getting A Mammogram? Read THIS First
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted September 28, 2019
If you’re a senior woman, chances are your mainstream doc never misses a chance to tell you to get a mammogram.
But don’t listen to them…
Because this painful procedure does NOTHING to extend your life.
And according to a new study, if you’re over 75… you should probably NEVER get one again.
Here’s what you need to know.
A recent study from Georgetown University shows that mammograms are practically USELESS for women over 75 with at least one health problem.
And this makes perfect sense when you think about it… mammograms are used for early detection of breast cancer.
But if you’re a 75 or older and have diabetes… heart disease… or another form of cancer… early detections ISN’T going to save your life. Your other health problems are more likely to take your life than the early stages of breast cancer.
And the research proves it…
For the study, researchers looked at over 222,000 women over 10 years.
At the end, they found that 471 died from breast cancer… while more than 42,000 from OTHER causes.
Sure, this may sound like grim news. But it does mean you can skip your next mammogram if you fall into this category.
Still not convinced?
Your risk of developing breast cancer after you turn 75 goes down slightly, meaning the mammogram screening is pretty much USELESS.
But if you’re still worried… or not yet 75… safer alternatives to mammograms.
Digital thermography, which detects heat changes and blood flow to tumors, doesn’t have radiation and is a whole lot more comfortable than getting the “big squeeze.”
So, look for a doctor that uses it.
Or you’re over 75 and have other health issues, you can probably never worry about getting a mammogram again.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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