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Drop in breast cancer incidence linked to hormone use, not mammograms

A recent decline in breast cancer incidence is unlikely to be caused by a decrease in mammography screening, according to a study published online Aug. 14 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. It is more likely due to the drop in postmenopausal hormone use.

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