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Beyond the Debate: Making an Informed Decision about Mammograms

While research is informative and instructive, it is not always the final word because so many factors go into clinical studies.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - According to an updated recommendation from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an expert government panel, routine screening mammography is advisable every two years for women ages 50 to 74 with average risk for breast cancer.

The Task Force recommends against routine screening mammography for women ages 40 to 49.

KINK FM`s Les Sarnoff Passes Away Friday After Losing Battle With Cancer

Les Sarnoff was 60. He served as KINK FM's morning host for 22 years, and over that time became an extremely familiar voice on the air in Portland.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Portland, Oregon said good bye to longtime local radio personality Les Sarnoff Friday evening. KINK FM relayed the word that Les passed away at Providence Cancer Center in Portland, Oregon after a courageous and inspiring battle with cancer.

"There is perhaps no single person more closely associated with any radio station than Les is with KINK," said KINK.FM General Manager Dave McDonald.