Women's Imaging Specialists - Hamilton Mill

Thankfully, for all the coffee and tea lovers out there, this is a MYTH! No connections have been found between drinking caffeine and getting breast cancer. In fact, studies have shown that it may actually lower your risk! Are you a coffee ☕ or a tea 🍵drinker? Let us know in the comments!

3D Mammograms & Screenings - Women's Imaging Specialists Women’s Imaging Specialists provides state-of-the-art imaging with 3D mammograms, breast ultrasound, and bone density services.

Are you ready for some big news? Women's Imaging Specialists is hitting the road, and we are bringing mammogram screenings to participating businesses near you! We are excited to make preventative healthcare access even easier for the Metro Atlanta community.
🩷Be on the lookout for our passion pink bus! 🩷
Interested in bringing mobile mammography to your business? Contact us here:
https://wispecialists.com/contact/

Here's something I wish I knew earlier! Did you know ✨citrus fruits✨ can greatly decrease your risk of breast cancer? They are complex sources of antioxidants and vitamins A, B, & C. Cool down this summer with these life-changing Healthy Key Lime Pie Bars!

🍋 Ingredients:

Cookie Crust:
- 6 pitted dates
- ¾ cup cashews
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ tsp sea salt

Filling:
- 1 1/4 cup whole cashews
- 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ – ½ cup lime juice (plus more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- ¼ cup maple syrup (plus more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil

🍊Instructions:
1. Soak 1 1/4 cup of cashews in water overnight for the key lime pie filling.
2. Add the crust ingredients to a food processor and pulse until a sticky dough forms. Press the dough into an 8×8 baking pan lined with parchment paper. Put the crust in the fridge or freezer while you prepare the key lime filling.
3. Add the soaked cashews, lime juice, lime zest, maple syrup, coconut oil, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to your food process or high-powered blender. Blend the filling until silky, smooth, and creamy.
4. Give the filling a taste and adjust the level of sweetness or tartness to your taste. Add more maple syrup or lime juice to suit your taste buds.
5. Pour the key lime filling over the prepared crust. Freeze the bars overnight or until completely solid.
6. When ready to serve, remove the bars from the freezer and use a sharp knife to slice them into 9 or 16 pieces. Top with more lime zest, and enjoy!

Thank you, Mary! 🌷 We are committed to providing the highest level of compassionate, individualized care in a safe, comfortable environment for every patient. Come see why our passion runs pink & book a screening today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

🩷 Power in unity, celebration in freedom!🩷
For those celebrating, we wish you a proud Juneteenth!

A father epitomizes strength, courage, affection, and patience. We send our warm wishes to all fathers and their families on this joyful Father’s Day! 🩷

Monthly self-exams are essential to preventative care—the detection rate peaks when paired with an annual screening. Maintaining your breast health is self-care!
🏩 Women's Imaging Specialists is dedicated to making your mammogram comfortable and convenient. Schedule yours now: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

Angelina Jolie had a preventative double mastectomy and is now a . Preventative mammograms are the best way to discover breast cancer early. At Women's Imaging Specialists, we offer 2D & 3D mammography screenings in addition to targeted diagnostic breast ultrasounds.
🏩 Schedule a mammogram now: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening
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"The decision to have a mastectomy was not easy. But it is one I am very happy that I made. My chances of developing breast cancer have dropped from 87 percent to under 5 percent. I can tell my children that they don’t need to fear they will lose me to breast cancer ... On a personal note, I do not feel any less of a woman. I feel empowered that I made a strong choice that in no way diminishes my femininity."
- Angelina Jolie, in 'New York Times' (2013)

Happy National Donut Day! 🍩Treat yourself and your health today! Indulge in a sweet treat and schedule your annual mammogram. Both are important for a balanced lifestyle!

Thank you, Vanessa! 🌷 We are committed to providing the highest level of compassionate, individualized care in a safe, comfortable environment for every patient. Come see why our passion runs pink & book a screening today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

As the weather grows warmer, Women's Imaging Specialists recommends cooling down with these delectable, cancer-fighting Berry Yogurt Popsicles originally posted by the American Institute for Cancer Research. Berries are rich in phytochemicals like anthocyanins and ellagic acid, which counter inflammation and act as antioxidants.
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The full recipe is posted below:
🍒Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup pitted fresh or frozen cherries
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
1 Tbsp. honey
24 oz. vanilla Greek yogurt
12 (3 oz.) paper cups and 12 popsicle sticks
🫐Directions:
1. In a small mixing bowl, mash cherries and blackberries. Drizzle on honey and mix together.
2. In paper cups, layer alternating spoonfuls of yogurt and fruit until full. Place a popsicle stick or plastic spoon in each cup. Freeze.
3. When ready to serve, tear the paper cup off the popsicle and enjoy!

The best exercise for you is the one that you enjoy most. For some, it may be hiking through nature. For others, gardening in their backyard may be preferred. Whatever way you choose to get moving, research shows that moderate to vigorous physical activity over time lowers your risk of many cancers, including breast cancer! (National Cancer Institute, 2020)
🏩While regular exercise may lower your risk, nothing replaces a mammogram! To schedule an appointment, please visit us online: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

To the men and women who gave their lives protecting our freedom, we are forever in your debt. Everyone here at Women's Imaging Specialists thanks you and proudly remembers you. We hope you and your families have a special Memorial Day 💌 In observance of the holiday, our offices will be closed.

Robin Roberts discovered she had breast cancer through a follow-up ultrasound screening due to her dense breast tissue and is now a . At Women's Imaging Specialists, we offer 2D & 3D mammography screenings in addition to targeted diagnostic breast ultrasounds.
🏩 Schedule a mammogram now: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening
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"The mammogram came back perfect, but my doctor had also put in a prescription for a follow-up ultrasound, and that’s how the tumor was detected ... It was determined to be triple-negative breast cancer. I had never heard that term, and I was bewildered... I’m a fairly educated person, and I didn’t know a lot until I was diagnosed. I wanted other people to know that [a] mammogram is still considered the gold standard, but if you have dense breast tissue...ask for secondary screening."
- Robin Roberts, in 'Cure' (2018)

This is a MYTH! ☑️ According to the American Cancer Society, antiperspirants are not known to cause breast cancer. This myth was unfortunately circulated in the early 1990s in a viral email.
🏩We understand wanting to take preventative measures to keep yourself safe! Start today by booking a screening with us here:
https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening

Thank you, Sheila!*🌷 We are committed to providing the highest level of compassionate, individualized care in a safe, comfortable environment for every patient. Come see why our passion runs pink & book a screening today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

*Real patient testimonial from Google

Women's Imaging Specialists invites you to celebrate National Women's Health Week from May 12th to May 18th, led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office on Women’s Health (OWH). This observance aims to highlight women’s health issues and priorities and encourage women of all ages to prioritize their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Join us in this uplifting journey as we dive into everything that makes women’s health so important. This year's theme is Empowering Women, Cultivating Health: Celebrating Voices, Wellness, and Resilience. 🩷

Just one of the many reasons why getting your annual mammogram is essential for maintaining your health. Remember, early detection saves lives! 🏩 Women's Imaging Specialists is dedicated to making your mammogram comfortable and convenient. Schedule yours now: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

Women's Imaging Specialists wishes a Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mothers, mother figures, and caregivers who nurture, inspire, and empower us daily. We also acknowledge and send hope to those who may be facing challenges on their journey to motherhood. Today, we celebrate all of you - the real-life superheroes in our lives! 🌷

Thank you, Erin!*🌷 We are committed to providing the highest level of compassionate, individualized care in a safe, comfortable environment for every patient. Come see why our passion runs pink & book a screening today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

*Real patient testimonial from Google

Did you know that starting breast cancer screenings annually beginning at age 40 saves 20% more lives!* If you're 40 or over, it's time to prioritize your health with an annual mammogram. Schedule yours today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

*according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

Thank a nurse! Nurses Week 2024 runs from May 6 - 12, celebrating the invaluable contributions of nurses worldwide and ending on Florence Nightingale's birthday. At Women's Imaging Specialists, we know every person in the medical field is invaluable, especially nurses. From us to every nurse, we thank you for everything you do. 🩷

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo this year with this healthy, easy, and delicious guacamole recipe! It's chock-full of cancer-fighting antioxidants and wholesome ingredients.

Here's the recipe:
🥑Ingredients
1/4 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems, chopped; divided into 2 parts
2 tablespoons white onion, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon fine sea or kosher salt
1 fresh serrano chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced
1 large ripe avocado, pitted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
🥑Directions
Use a molcajete or mortar and pestle and pound 1/2 of the cilantro, all the white onion, salt, and serrano into a paste.
In a bowl, add this flavoring paste, the avocado, lime juice, and the remaining 1/2 of the cilantro and pound or mash to the consistency of thick mush or pulp.
🥑Serve with tortilla chips and ENJOY!

Thank you so much, Leigh! Screenings can be daunting, so we remain committed to compassionate, individualized care in a comfortable, safe environment. Your kind words mean the world to us! 💌 Been a while since your last screening? Schedule one today: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening

Sheryl Crow discovered she had early-stage breast cancer through her annual preventative screening and is now a . Life is full of surprises, but you can take care of yourself by booking a mammogram now.
🏩Schedule with us: https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening

"There were a few lessons in my diagnosis. One of them was to put myself first on my list of those I take care of. Another one was that it's okay to say no. It's okay if people are mad at you or disappointed in you if you're following your voice and you're taking care of yourself. You can't make everybody happy and also learned that no matter how much you think you can control things in life, you really don't. I was perfectly healthy, had no family history, and wound up with a breast cancer diagnosis, so some things just happen."
- Sheryl Crow, in 'Country Living' (2017)

This is a FACT! ☑️ However, 3D mammograms and 3D breast ultrasounds can work together to evaluate women with dense breast tissues, and we provide both at Women's Imaging Specialists. 🏩
To learn more about breast density, read our blog post: https://wispecialists.com/what-does-it-mean-to-have-dense-breasts/

Mmm! Who knew raising awareness could be so yummy (and PINK)! Try this Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats Recipe for breakfast or as a sweet treat🍓

Ingredients:
3/4 c Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
2/3 c Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)
1/4 tsp Natural Butter Flavor
4 packets of Natural Sweetener (Stevia, Truvia, Monk Fruit, etc)
A pinch of Salt
1/2 c Frozen Strawberries

Procedure:
1. Mix the oats, almond milk, vanilla extract, butter flavor, natural sweetener, and salt in a bowl.
2. Stir in frozen strawberries
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Give it a stir and enjoy!

Do you have an upcoming mammogram? Here are a few tips on how to prepare:
💜To avoid breast tenderness, don't schedule your mammogram during your luteal phase.
💜Skip the deodorant on the day of your appointment.
💜Don't wear a dress or a romper - this way, you don't need to fully undress. Comfort is key!
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please visit us online!
https://wispecialists.com/schedule-a-screening/

You may be surprised to learn that many environmental factors contribute to increased breast cancer risk, in addition to more commonly known risk factors of genetics and certain lifestyle choices. These include natural radiation, ecological pollutants (like BPAs), and pollution from natural disasters. By promoting a healthier environment, we can support healthier lives for all of us!

Here are some ways to support Mother Nature (and yourself) today:
🌱 Participate in a tree-planting drive
🌞 Support environmentally-friendly businesses
🌺 Use glass & stainless steel containers and plastic containers with "BPA Free" labels

What are some ways you care for the environment and yourself?

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Learn more about natural radiation from WHO:

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/ionizing-radiation-and-health-effects #:~:text=Ionizing%20radiation%20is%20a%20type,x%2Drays%20and%20medical%20devices.

Learn more about BPA from the CDC:

https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/BisphenolA_FactSheet.html #:~:text=Print-,Bisphenol%20A%20(BPA),%2C%20automobile%20parts%2C%20and%20toys.