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6/18/2024 - Hartford, CT. The Are You Dense Foundation is proud to confirm the National Dense Breast Disclosure Law on September 10, 2024 at the Connecticut Legislative Office Building. This groundbreaking law aims to empower women by ensuring they receive crucial information about their breast density during mammography screenings.
Connecticut is taking the lead in championing breast density awareness, recognizing the importance of transparency and informed decision-making for women's well-being. The National Dense Breast Disclosure Law requires healthcare providers to inform patients about their breast density during mammography screenings. By providing this vital information, women can better understand their individual risk factors and seek appropriate medical care. Together, we will celebrate this historic moment and the power of knowledge in women's healthcare decisions.
This event marks a significant milestone in women's health. According to co-founder and executive director Joe Cappello, "this law is a bold step and implementing it is expected to set a national precedent... in September, this law will become effective nationwide, ensuring that women across the country have access to this essential information. This law showcases Connecticut's commitment to women's health and its determination to make a positive impact on a national scale. By raising awareness about breast density and empowering women with knowledge, lives can be saved and the overall well-being of women can be improved."
This event is welcome to the public to attend. September 10, 2024 (11am - 1pm) at the at the Connecticut Legislative Office Building 300 Capitol Ave #5100, 2nd Floor, Hartford, CT. There will be guest speakers and a light lunch.
Changes to the MQSA by the FDA
JACR study by Are You Dense, Inc. & Are You Dense Advocacy Inc. shows Dense Breasts Laws Increase Breast Density Awareness, Conversations Between Patient & Provider
Read More »Joseph Cappello at the Chamber of Commerce receiving the 2019 Stephen Sasala Health Advocate Award
Read More »The Impact of Breast Density Reporting Laws on Women's Awareness of Density-Associated Risks and Conversations Regarding Supplemental Screening With Providers
Read More »On March 28,2019 the Department of Health and Human Services, the FDA announced changes to the MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) to include reporting of dense breast tissue to the patient. Are You Dense Advocacy, Inc has been working on the proposed rule changes for over ten years.
Read More »"On February 3, 2004, I was diagnosed with Stage 3c breast cancer six weeks after receiving a "normal" mammography report. Less than 48% of women with Stage 3c breast cancer are alive after five years."
– Nancy M. Cappello, Ph. D.