The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended biennial breast cancer screenings for women starting at age 40, earlier than the previous recommendation of age 50. This is due to an increase in breast cancer rates among women in their 40s, and the new recommendation will help save lives and prevent more women from dying due to breast cancer. Women in their 40s should talk to their doctor about getting screened, particularly if they have a family history of breast cancer.
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Rep. Joaquin Castro of Texas announced Monday that he had undergone successful surgery to remove tumors discovered last summer in the lining of his gastrointestinal tract. The tumors were identified as gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors, which are rare and slow-growing. Castro said his prognosis is good and he expects to return to Washington, D.C. in several weeks to continue his work for the people of San Antonio. He thanked the medical staff, his family, friends, and constituents for their support.