Screening Decision Tools We have been asked to provide descriptions/links to our new and updated screening decision tools. We are delighted that so many of you found these a valuable resource: For a comparison of screening guidelines for individuals determined to be at high/increased risk, see our High/Increased-Risk Screening Guidelines page. For a comparison of screening guidelines for individuals with dense […] The post Updated Screening Decision Tools and World Dense Breast Day ...| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
EUSOBI 2025, Sept 25-27 The European Society of Breast Imaging Annual Scientific Meeting takes place 25-27 September in Aberdeen. The DenseBreast-info.org/Europe exhibition stand will be located at R8. DBI’s Cheryl Cruwys, European Education Coordinator and Dr. Athina Vourtsis, European Liaison will be in attendance. If you would like to schedule a ‘meet up’, please email us or contact […]| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, Use Criteria Appropriate Use Criteria for Molecular Breast Imaging were published August 26 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology. The criteria were developed by a workgroup of 10 experts convened by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging and included representatives from the American College of Radiology, the American […]| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
DBI’s insurance map detailing state laws for expanded breast imaging coverage based on our legislative analysis has been updated. Please click HERE (download option beneath the image). As a reminder coverage varies by state, please click on individual state links for specific information by state. The post UPDATED: State-by-State Insurance Laws on Expanded Breast Imaging Coverage appeared first on DenseBreast-info, Inc..| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
Screening Decision Support Flowchart Our very popular screening decision support tool Who Needs More Screening? has just been updated. The flowchart details evidence-based screening recommendations designed to optimize cancer detection in individuals in different risk categories, including dense breasts.| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
Proud Founder and Official Sponsor of World Dense Breast Day A reminder that World Dense Breast Day will be on September 24th this year. The purpose of this worldwide one-day social media blitz is to raise awareness about dense breasts and share medically-sourced educational resources available for women and health providers. Visit this page to learn how to participate. In 2024, […] The post World Dense Breast Day 2025 appeared first on DenseBreast-info, Inc..| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
To allow interpreting physicians to provide an overall assessment of breast density that is phrased in the singular, or phrasing that is neither singular nor plural, an FDA alternative standard has been approved, effective immediately, for all facilities subject to MQSA. The singular phrasing is intended to be used in reports to referring providers (not the patient notification) […]| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Foundation The NCCN Foundation’s 2025 patient resource Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis is hot off the presses! DBI was honored to be invited to qualify as an included resource. The NCCN Foundation has additional free patient resources which can be found HERE. Just Published Recently published in the Journal of Breast Imaging, DenseBreast-info.org […] The post NCCN Foundation Patient Resources; Newly Published Pre-screening Survey app...| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
Risk/Screening Tables Our new and very popular High/Increased Risk, Dense Breast Screening Guidelines content has been updated to reflect the latest guidelines from the National Comprehensive Care Network (NCCN) for women with dense breasts and no other risk factors (see Table 2 on the page). Risk Model Table with Links The helpful Risk Models table (with live […] The post Updates to Dense Breast Screening Guidelines and Risk Model Table appeared first on DenseBreast-info, Inc..| DenseBreast-info, Inc.
UK News The Daily Mail newspaper ran a comprehensive piece about the need for breast density “inform” in the UK, “Patients have a right to know. Too many have died” (subscription required). Two DBI team members were interviewed for their insights and input: Chief Scientific Advisor, Dr. Wendie Berg, “Just knowing is pertinent to taking care of yourself… […]| DenseBreast-info, Inc.