Understanding the Mammography Controversy: Science, Politics, and Breast Cancer Screening

by Madelon L. Finkel

Book Overview

Writing to be understood by the layreader, Finkel shows how breast cancer develops and explains the controversy surrounding mammography. How valid are the screenings? Who should be screened? How frequently? At what age? Should women be screened at all? This book dissects the issues to help present answers. Above all, says Finkel. Women need to make informed decisions, and to do what they need to understand the potential benefits and potential harms...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 031336317X
• ISBN13: 9780313363177
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Very accessible and interesting!

This book is very well written and weaves an interesting dialog about the cross-over between science and politics with regard to patient health issues. I found it very useful! You don't have to be a doctor or medical professional to understand what Dr Finkel is talking about, which makes it one of the few books about health that has widespread appeal along with being very informative. Definitely buy this book if you want to learn more about an important topic and its treatment in today's society.