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News in Frederick, Maryland

31 Oct 1987

Page 5

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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

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Oct 31, 1987

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5

First Lady's cancer fight spurs mammogram drive set in Maryland

The Reagan breast cancer diagnosis spurs Maryland cancer society to boost mammogram awareness with leaflets to 3000 Frederick households and a statewide drive. Radiology centers report increased appointments, especially since Mrs Reagan's case. Mammograms cost about 85 to 130 dollars and are key for early detection with high survival rates.

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Reagan Cancer Society Frederick Mary Ann Ford Thomas Johnson Drive Reid, Ahmadian and Thompson Frederick Medical Center Toll House Avenue Nancy Reagan Ms. Ford The Maryland American Cancer Society Ford U.S
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Breast cancer rising and treatment evolution described

Scripps Howard News Service reports breast cancer incidence is rising with estimates now about one in ten American women for 1987. Early detection via mammography improves survival, and treatments have shifted from radical mastectomy to lumpectomy or modified mastectomy with possible lymph node removal and follow up therapy.

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Nancy Reagan American Cancer Society ACS United States
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Payments That Cover Screenings Lag Behind Needs

Medicare Medicaid and most private plans do not cover routine annual mammograms, despite evidence they boost survival. Experts urge coverage expansion noting Nancy Reagan’s case underscores early detection. Bill proposals aim to require Medicare coverage while insurers negotiate screening benefits with employers.

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Washington Nancy Reagan American Cancer Society Michael McGinnis U.S Arthur Holleb Cancer Society Holleb Medicare Congress Robert Wren Joseph Cullen National Cancer Institute Texas David Tennenbaum Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association Tennenbaum Mr. Tennenbaum Rose Kushner Breast Cancery Advisory Center
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Health & Medicine By Robert Engelman Scripps Howard News Service Gerald Dodd Anderson Hospital and Tumor Institute Houston William Feller Georgetown University Seth India Pakistan China
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