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• MRI May Lower Breast Cancer Deaths From Variants in Three Genes

  Variants in these genes are as prevalent as the BRCA1/2 mutations. An analysis suggests annual MRI starting at age 30-35 would cut cancer mortality by 50%. WASHINGTON (February 17, 2022) — Annual MRI screenings starting at ages 30 to 35 may reduce breast-cancer mortality by more than 50% among women who carry certain genetic changes […]

  Category: News Release Tags: breast cancer, breast cancer research, genetic testing, MRI screening