Dr. Emily Smith with Infirmary Health discusses breast cancer screenings

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is winding down, but the conversation lasts year-round at Infirmary Health.
Published: Oct. 29, 2026 at 4:53 PM CDT|Updated: 7 hours ago

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Breast Cancer Awareness Month is winding down, but the conversation lasts year-round at Infirmary Health.

Dr. Emily Smith, a breast surgical oncologist with Infirmary Cancer Center, sits with Lenise Ligon to discuss when to start getting mammograms, how often screenings should take place and what changes to look for that warrant contacting a doctor.