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By Jennifer Thome/AP

Story Published: Nov 17, 2009 at 8:17 PM EDT

Story Updated: Dec 7, 2009 at 9:14 PM EDT

A government task force said that most women don't need mammograms in their 40s and should get one every two years starting at 50. It's a stunning reversal and a break with the American Cancer Society's long-standing position.

We talked to Dr. Jeffrey Allard a radiologist at Wing Memorial Hospital in Palmer about what the new recommendations, how patients are reacting and what he recommends.

If you have a topic or question you would like to ask a local doctor, during a live Skype interview, please email us at: housecalls@cbs3springfield.com

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