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For Immediate Release October 21, 2024

Catherine O'connor, MD

Catherine O'Connor, MD, is the medical director for the SIH Breast Center and an experienced breast surgeon. As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. O'Connor spent time with Tom Miller on WJPF Radio discussing prevention, treatment and risk factors. Listen here to her entire interview.

The nearly 20-minute segment covers a wide range of topics including how COVID-19 impacted people scheduling screening mammograms, family history, genetic counseling, symptoms and more. Overall, Dr. O'Connor reinforces the importance of staying aware of your breast health.

"It's important to know what is normal for you. If you don't know what is normal for your body, you can't recognize when there's a change to your breasts. If something comes up, don't blow it off. Go see your OBGYN or your primary care doctor and have someone take a look at it."

To schedule your yearly mammogram in Carbondale, Marion or Harrisburg, call 800.360.6902 or schedule through MyChart today. Learn more about screening mammograms with SIH here.