Mammography does not fit all: the screening controversy in Brazil
Abstract
On September 2025, Brazil's Ministry of Health updated its guidelines to guarantee access to mammography for women aged 40 to 74.1 These recommendations differ from those of the World Health Organization (WHO), suggesting a well-established early-diagnosis strategy before implementing a mammography program.2
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
Digital Radiography and Breast Imaging
Women's cancer prevention and management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Lancet Regional Health - Americas
- Volume
- 55
- Pages
- 101367–101367
- Publication date
- 8 January 2026
- Language
- EN