Breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Dr. Clint Merritt, breast surgical oncologist with Utica Park Clinic, sat down with News on 6 to talk about the importance of early detection, and why you may need to get a mammogram earlier if you have a family history of the disease. Click here to view the full story.

Mammograms are encouraged for women over the age of 40 or who have a family history of breast cancer. A mammogram is a non-invasive procedure that usually takes less than 15 minutes to complete and is designed to show any abnormalities, including potentially cancerous masses in either breast. Schedule your mammogram today at hillcrest.com/mammo.