Mammogram age recommendations can vary, but breast cancer screening with a mammogram is often recommended starting at age 40. A doctor may recommend starting earlier depending on your personal risk.
For example, people with a strong family history of breast cancer may be advised to start mammograms 10 years before the age at which their youngest affected relative was diagnosed, but usually not before age 30.
A mammogram is one of the main tests used to screen for breast cancer. It can help detect changes in breast tissue before symptoms appear. If you are concerned about your breast cancer risk, speak with your primary care provider or a gynecologist.