Despite the well-documented benefits of screening mammography, many women still do not follow recommended guidelines. The reasons are complex, ranging from access and cost to fear, mistrust, and lack...

Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. Yet despite medical advancements, some women still delay or avoid screening due to fear, discomfort, or...

When patients come in for a mammogram, their first thought usually isn’t about pixels, detectors, or compression angles. What they’re really thinking is whether the exam will hurt, what happens if...

For many women, scheduling a mammogram can be a daunting experience. Fear, anxiety, and past discomfort often lead to hesitation, rescheduling, or even skipping necessary screenings. However, one of...

Vasovagal reactions, commonly experienced as fainting, lightheadedness, or a sudden wave of dizziness, can occur unexpectedly during breast imaging procedures. For technologists and radiologists...

In 2018, we published the blog “ Skin Tears in Mammography Happen…But Do They Have to?”. Almost six years after its publication, we are still receiving feedback and comments on it! Unfortunately,...

When patients or new staff members inquire why mammography skin markers are used in your breast imaging center what do you tell them? You know the Beekley Skin Marking System® for Mammography...

Each October, Beekley Medical marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month by recognizing and celebrating the amazing professionals involved in the detection and treatment of breast cancer with complimentary...

A lot of hard work goes into running a functioning mammography center. Mammography managers, administrators, and supervisors alike have a long list of "to-do’s" which can include ensuring their...