Most women know mammograms can help detect breast cancer. But what many don’t realize is that they may also provide valuable insight into heart health.
In Episode 7 of More Life for Living, Dr. Sean Raj explains why heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women, how it often develops without symptoms, and why routine breast screening may offer another opportunity to identify cardiovascular risk earlier.
Dr. Raj discusses the connection between breast arterial calcifications (BAC), coronary artery disease, and preventive heart screening, while explaining why imaging can provide information that blood work alone cannot.
You’ll learn:
- Why heart disease is still the leading cause of death for women
- How heart disease often develops silently before symptoms appear
- Why normal cholesterol and lab work don’t always tell the whole story
- What breast arterial calcifications (BAC) are and why they matter
- How mammograms may provide insight into both breast and heart health
- When to consider additional heart screening, including a Coronary Calcium Score CT
- Why prevention and early detection are key to protecting long-term health
Whether you’re scheduling your first mammogram or simply want a more complete understanding of your health, this episode highlights how one screening may provide insights beyond breast cancer alone.
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At SimonMed, we believe women’s health extends beyond breast cancer screening. By combining breast health with cardiovascular prevention, women have more opportunities to understand their health before symptoms appear.
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More Life for Living is SimonMed’s preventive health podcast, featuring approachable conversations about prevention, early detection and the tools that can help people live healthier, longer lives.
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About SimonMed
SimonMed is one of the largest outpatient diagnostic imaging and health technology providers in the United States, operating more than 170 centers across 11 states and supported by a nationwide team of subspecialty-trained, board-certified radiologists.
SimonMed Longevity focuses on proactive health through whole-body MRI and advanced preventive screening designed to help individuals better understand their health and identify potential risks earlier.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual health needs and medical decisions.
