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Dense Breast Legislation in California: Stanford PSA

04.01.2013

A new California law requires radiologists to notify women when their mammography shows they have dense breast tissue. Approximately 50% of women have dense breast tissue, as defined by the American College of Radiology. If you've received such a letter, be sure to discuss it with your doctor.

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