But the U.S.Preventive Services Task Force advised women in their 40s to delay their first mammogram until age 50,and after 50, schedule the x-ray every other year.
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She said the installation of meters was a complex task and the delay allowed this to take place "in a more efficient and cost-effective manner, and to greater effect".
The preventive services task force drew criticism last year for recommending that women delay annual mammogram services until age 50, instead of age 40.