How often should i get a mammogram? seems like they keep changing recommendations.

Every year after 40: The current screening mammography guidelines for low-risk women are for mammography every year after age 40. These guidelines have not changed on many years. Under certain very specific circumstances, some women may choose to have mammography less often while in their 40's and others may need tests in addition to mammography due to risk factors.

Yearly after 40: The recommendation is to get 1 mammogram every year after age 40. If you fall into a high risk category (previous atypia on biopsy, family history, personal history, brca) then you may be screened more often.

Age 40: According to the American Cancer Society, American College of Radiology, and most others, annual screening mammography should begin at age 40. Screening may begin sooner if you are a BRCA carrier or are otherwise at high risk.

Recommendations vary: If you have no family history of breast cancer, current recommendation is to consider a baseline mammogram at age 40. Some organizations recommend no mammos between 40-50, and some recommend every 1-2 years. After age 50, the recommendation by most organizations is every 1-2 years, until mid-late 70's. The biggest controversy is for the 40-50 age group. You are too young for a screening mammo.