Apr 01 2025 38 mins
Episode Overview
Routine health checks can be a major source of anxiety, especially for women. Mammograms, pap smears, and other screenings come with emotional weight, discomfort, and sometimes even fear. In this episode, we dive into the reality of health anxiety and the barriers preventing many women from getting their regular breast exams.
We’re joined by Naomi Cosman, Global Head of Marketing & Investor Relations at Koning Corporation, to discuss a groundbreaking new technology that’s changing the way women experience breast screening. Say goodbye to painful, outdated mammograms—this is the future of breast health.
Key Discussion Points
- The Reality of Health Anxiety – How routine health screenings can become a significant source of stress for women.
- The Mammogram Experience – From painful compression to long wait times for results, why so many women avoid these essential tests.
- The Shocking Stats – Up to 50% of women skip their annual mammograms due to discomfort and fear.
- A Game-Changing Solution – The Koning Vera Breast CT: no compression, no pain, real 3D imaging, and faster results.
- Why This Matters – Early detection saves lives, but only if women are getting screened.
- What’s Next? – When and where this technology will be available in Australia, the UK, and beyond.
Listener Takeaways
💡 Mammograms miss up to 30% of breast cancers—and up to 70% in women with dense breasts.
💡 The Koning Vera Breast CT eliminates pain and provides more accurate imaging, making breast screening less stressful and more effective.
💡 It’s time for women to advocate for better healthcare solutions—because we deserve medical care that prioritizes comfort and accuracy.
Links
🔗 Learn more about Koning Health and the Vera Breast CT: Koning Health
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Have you ever skipped a mammogram due to discomfort or fear? Do you think this new technology could help more women take control of their health? Let’s talk!
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