New guidance says all average-risk females aged 50–74 should undergo biennial mammography screening

MedicalXpress | Apr 17, 2026

New guidance from the American College of Physicians (ACP) says all average-risk females ages 50 to 74 should receive biennial screening mammography for breast cancer. Females between the ages of 40 and 49 should discuss with their doctor their risk for breast cancer and the benefits and harms of screening.