Breast Cancer Awareness: I Pink I Can!

Soma Says

Breast Cancer Awareness with Dr. Soma Mandal and Dr. Alison Price In this special episode of 'Soma Says,' Dr. Soma hosts a live session at Poduty LIve Fest 2024 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Alison Price, a breast surgical oncologist. They discuss the updated breast cancer screening guidelines advising mammograms starting at age 40, the impact of early detection, and the role of breast density in screening. Dr. Price demystifies misconceptions about breast cancer risk factors and the role of hormone replacement therapy. They explore emerging screening technologies and the positive outcomes of early interventions. The episode highlights the importance of individualized risk assessment and ongoing patient education to improve breast health outcomes. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:42 Special Episode for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 01:18 Live Session Introduction 02:16 Changes in Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines 04:49 Breast Density and Legislative Changes 06:09 Individual Risk Factors and Screening 07:16 Modifiable and Non-Modifiable Risk Factors 08:22 Mammography and Other Screening Modalities 09:27 Misconceptions About Breast Cancer 13:25 Hormone Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer 18:54 Future of Breast Cancer Detection 21:37 Success Stories and Patient Impact 23:48 Conclusion and Social Media Dr. Price is a breast surgical oncologist with a practice at Summit Health in New Providence, NJ www.summithealth.com/doctors/alison-price-md