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The Importance of Annual Mammograms for Older Women: Empowering Breast Health
Breast cancer is a prevalent concern for women of all ages, and early detection plays a vital role in successful treatment outcomes. While mammograms are often associated with women in their 40s and 50s, it is equally essential for older women to prioritize regular...
What is my breast lump if it’s not cancer?
Fifty percent of women will experience a noncancerous breast lump at some point in their lives. It is very important to see a healthcare provider for a breast exam and any recommended tests, screenings, or imaging whenever you notice a lump...
Florida Today: Cancer All Clear!
Read about Dr. Imami and his patient Leticia Davis in this article from Florida Today. Do you have your annual...
Breast Cancer Screening: A Thermogram is NO Substitute for a Mammogram
Thermography can be proposed as an alternative to annual mammograms, but the scientific evidence does NOT support this claim. Mammograms continue to be the “Gold Standard” in the early detection of breast cancer.
Can I Have a Mammogram After a COVID Vaccine or Booster?
The COVID vaccines became widely available in early 2021, and soon after, radiologists started to notice something on mammograms. They showed enlarged lymph nodes, which is called “axillary lymph node enlargement”. It was soon learned that this was a direct result of...
Love yourself! Self Care is Important.
Having prior mammogram images for the doctor and care team to review is the most important part of self-care that you can do when coming for a mammogram.
Meghan on the Let’s Talk About Breast Health Podcast
Meghan Schultz R.T.(R)(M)(BD) from TEPAS Breast Center was recently on the Let’s Talk About Breast Health podcast with Misti Blu from the Blu Dream Health Collective. We were so excited to see one of our own as a guest! Check out the podcast here. This isn't Meghan's...
My Breasts Are in Pain! How Do I Know If It’s Cancer?
Breast Pain! Is it Cancer? Up to 70% of women complain of breast pain (mastalgia) at some point in their lives. As with most any breast symptom, women often seek medical advice, worrying pain may signal breast cancer. Cyclical breast pain is most common and is related...
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer- Brevard Walk 2021
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 2021 was a success! We had a great time raising money and awareness in the fight against breast cancer. If you didn't get a chance to make it don't worry, we took some great pictures. We were glad to see it come back!
Welcome to Our New ARNP!
Tepas Breast Center is proud to introduce our newest ARNP, Beth Ann Harper! Beth Ann received her MSN from Temple University in Philadelphia, and has been practicing medicine since 2006. We asked her what she loves most about her job, and she said: "being able to help...
