Mammograms

There has been a lot of confusion in the last year over what age women should start getting mammograms.  Many doctors have been urging their patients to start at age 40, but last year a federal panel said that many women don't need to start until age 50. As the debate continues, the best advice is to talk to your doctor about how your medical history might affect your risk.

But whether you start at 40 or 50, there's a lot more you need to know about getting annual mammograms. Here are some tips: