There does seem to be a statistical advantage, but the practical advantage is still an open question.

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We don't know the answers for sure. There's still some uncertainty because we don't have perfect data.

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The American Cancer Society has it right. I do think mammograms save lives.

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This does solidify in my mind the case for screening.

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Although less certain, screening indeed appears to be effective at lowering mortality.

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The average woman can gain some comfort knowing that both these things that are going on are important.

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I'd do it again if I had to. We made it here all safely. That's the main thing. (Claudia and Joe) have been a blessing. I just wished they had lived a little bit closer.

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This is the first time that a study does it right in asking the effects of screening separate from therapy.

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All seven groups concluded that the decline in the rate of death from breast cancer is a combination of screening and therapy, and not restricted to one or the other.

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