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Cancer screenings for women in their 40s

National Geographic reports on cancer screenings and quotes Dr. Joann G. Elmore

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CBS This Morning: "Artificial intelligence aims to improve breast cancer diagnoses"

Artificial intelligence could diagnose cancer. Joann G. Elmore, MD, MPH, on AI system to diagnose breast cancer.

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Is melanoma suspected?

Is melanoma suspected? Joann G. Elmore, MD, MPH, on diagnostic accuracy in skin biopsies.

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KCAL/CBS Los Angeles: "Preventive full-body MRI scans: Vital information or unnecessary worry?"

Dr. Elmore discusses full-body scans in an interview with KCAL/CBS Los Angeles

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LA Times: Long COVID takes heavy toll on health even as pandemic fades

Dr. Joann G. Elmore is quoted in a Los Angeles Times article on how Long COVID symptoms continue 12 months or more post-COVID-19 illness.

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Study: E-scooter injury rate in LA surpasses national rate for motorcycles

Study: E-scooter injury rate in LA surpasses national rate for motorcycles. Research led by Dr. Joann G. Elmore finds the increasing trend.

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Breast density

Summary aims to clarify guidance around dense breasts

Supplemental screening for breast cancer (breast MRI or ultrasonography) should be based on comprehensive risk assessment (not breast density alone).

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Task force updates guidance for breast cancer screenings for women 40 and older

CNN story highlights and quotes JAMA Editorial by Dr. Joann Elmore

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The External Medicine Podcast: Discussion on Mammography with Dr. Elmore

In an External Medicine Podcast episode, Joann G. Elmore, MD, MPH, discusses screening mammography, breast density, artificial intelligence, and more!

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U Magazine: "The Long Haul" (Spring 2021)

More data is needed to understand and treat long COVID symptoms.

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When should you get a mammogram?

When should you get a mammogram? Joann G. Elmore, MD, MPH, on breast exams.

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