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Mammograms

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Guys, You Need to Know About Mammograms, Too

Your partner may need support, so uncover the facts about these breast exams.

by Leah Emily Minoza

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This Ain't Your Mama's Mammogram

3D technology has changed the game for detecting breast cancer, and insurance usually covers it.

by Melissa L. Weber

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Millennials Are Turning 40 and Getting Their First Mammograms

Recommendations may vary, but starting screening earlier saves lives.

by Risa Kerslake

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Insurance May Not Cover Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening

Test costs can be a barrier to care for women with dense breasts and other risk factors.

by Rae Nudson

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Mastectomies

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Survivors Share Their Post-Mastectomy Surprises

Three women tell Giddy what they wish they'd known to expect following surgery.

by Laura Williams Bustos, ACSM EP-C

A topless image of Julia Bradbury pre-mastectomy.

Julia Bradbury Says Goodbye to Breast with Pre-Mastectomy Selfie

After her cancer diagnosis, the BBC host shared a topless photo before undergoing surgery.

by Giddy Staff

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Going Flat: Women Who Opt Out of Reconstructive Surgery

Being one-breasted and/or flat-chested are options more and more women are choosing.

by Juliette Fairley

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How to Mitigate Your Mastectomy Scars

From reconstructive surgery to natural remedies, there are a range of ways to mask your scars.

by Ahavah Revis

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Breast Surgery

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Do Your Implants Put You at Risk for Breast Animation Deformity?

Skin rippling and discomfort are common after submuscular implantation.

by Coralle Skye

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Future Mothers Can Still Get Breast Implants

Boob jobs are fine for moms-to-be if you watch out for these potential complications.

by Diamond Yao

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Women Are Removing Their Breast Implants at Increased Rates

BII and other complications are leading to a major jump in explant surgeries, doctors say.

by Bonnie Azoulay Elmann

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No, an Internal Bra Lift Is Not an Actual Brassiere

Here's what you should know before going under the knife for the procedure.

by Megan Deak

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Coffee and Breast Cancer: Time to Eschew the Brew?

Let's look at the evidence on whether your favorite pick-me-up puts you at risk for cancer.

By Leah Emily Minoza

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Understanding Your Breasts

How Working Out Benefits Your Boobs

Can strength training tone your tatas? Experts weigh in.

By Rachel MacPherson, CPT

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'The Hardest Time of My Life': Jillian Barberie's Breast Cancer Story

How TV host Barbarie balances work and parenting after a cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy.

By Giddy Staff

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Understanding Your Breasts

WTF Are All These Weird Bumps on My Nipples?

Small bumps on your breasts may be unsightly, but they're probably NBD.

By Abbie Synan

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Understanding Your Breasts

Good Bras, Happy Breasts, Better Health

Wearing one won't increase your cancer risk, but keep in mind other health issues.

By Diana Rangaves, PharmD