Lea Del Bosque

Some in the medical community disagree with recommendations issued last week by the American Cancer Society. Suggesting that women have their first mammogram at a later age raises concern. Lea Del Bosque has more in this Bobcat Update.

The American Cancer Society says one in eight women each year is diagnosed with breast cancer, and breast cancer is the second-leading cause of death among women. To detect cancer early and have a better chance of fighting it, the medical community has for many years recommended that women start getting mammograms at age 40. But now, as of last week, the American Cancer Society says waiting five years -- until age 45 -- is better for all concerned. At Texas State, reaction is mixed.
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