Online Misinformation About Mammogram Safety in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan women aged 43 and older can now access mammogram screenings without a doctor’s referral, with plans to lower the eligibility age to 40 by June. However, the announcement has sparked widespread misinformation on social media regarding mammogram safety, causing concern among health advocates like Jennie Dale of Dense Breasts Canada. Experts, including Dr. Paula Gordon, emphasize that the radiation risk from mammograms is minimal and that online misinformation may deter women from seeking necessary screenings. The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency reports that its BreastCheck program has completed fewer than 1,000 mammograms since the age qualification change.

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