The VA uses the American Cancer Society's breast cancer screening guidelines and recommends that all women begin getting yearly mammograms by age 45 and every other year at age 55. Earlier screening may need to be done if there are additional risk factors such as certain genetic mutations, a family history of breast cancer, or other specific concerns.

Veterans who served in locations covered by the SERVICE Act, are eligible for a breast cancer risk assessment and mammography screening for breast cancer if a risk is found. While no direct link has been found between toxic exposure and breast cancer to date, the VA is concerned about individual reports and is continuing studies to find out if toxic exposure may be a cause of breast cancer.