Mammogram Opt Out Letter & Petition!
I am writing to formally decline mammograms at this time. This decision is based on my personal review of independent medical literature, scientific research, and my own health priorities and values.
Announcing My New eBook!! Opting Out… Is an Informed Choice: Experts Explain the Harms of Mammograms
On this meaningful date 4-11, I am thrilled to finally publish the first edition of my eBook, a project which began over 15 years ago when I started researching this topic! This is my gift to you — my supporters — and all women everywhere. Please click on the cover image to download the eBook […]
Mammograms… Are Women Given Informed Consent?
I think we can all agree, when it comes to our health, we would prefer clear information on risks and benefits vs being oversold. But, when it comes to mammograms, most women do not even realize they have NOT been given informed consent. Many say they feel encouraged, pressured, and even coerced into scheduling a […]
Presidential Proclamation on Healthy Life Habits for Cancer Prevention
An official Presidential Proclamation declaring April 2024 as the inaugural National Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month states: “Healthy life habits — like maintaining a healthy body weight and reducing exposure to tobacco smoke — can prevent certain cancers, so we are working to help all Americans get and stay healthy. Our National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, […]
31 Days of “Little Known” FACTS — For Breast Cancer Awareness Month — Day 14 — Some Doctors are Paid $$$ for Persuading Women to Get Screening Mammograms
Did you know… Some doctors are given cash bonuses for persuading women to get screening mammograms. One ethical doctor published a paper in the British Medical Journal, April 3, 2019: Helen Salisbury: Should I persuade patients to have mammograms? “Our practice has recently been invited by the local clinical commissioning group to take part in […]