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VIDEO: The Truth about Mammograms - Adam Ruins Everything

August 13, 2017 Jessica Otte

Here's a great, brief explainer about the problems with mammography (and most cancer screening)  - 2:43

A slightly longer/better version is here on TruTV's website: The Truth About Mammograms - Full Episode (4:30)

Source: http://www.trutv.com/shows/adam-ruins-ever...
In overtesting, education Tags mammography, screening, cancer, early diagnosis, shared decision making, choice, do not, choosing wisely
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