October is globally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when healthcare professionals, advocates, and communities come together to raise awareness about this prevalent and potentially life-threatening disease.
Breast cancer remains one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers worldwide, affecting millions of women and, in rare cases, men. It is an issue that transcends medical boundaries and touches the lives of countless individuals and their families. This annual observance serves as an important opportunity to educate, encourage early detection, support those affected, and promote research into the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.
Below we share some articles that can help us all not only understand breast cancer, but additionally learn about prevention, risk factors, and the importance of regular screenings.
Breast Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Risk Factors
In the articles listed below you will learn more about the risk factors associated with breast cancer. In learning about some of the preventable risk factors you can begin to make daily life changes that may decrease your risk.
Read: Breast Cancer Awareness
Read: Am I at Risk for Breast Cancer?
The Importance of Preventive Care Visits
While it’s important to understand the risk factors associated with breast cancer it is equally as important to be sure you are coming in for your regular preventive care visits. Screening for breast cancer is a cornerstone of early detection. Mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams are vital tools in identifying breast cancer at an early, more treatable stage.
Read: The Importance of Preventative Care Visits
Read: The Importance of Regular Checkups for Women
Firsthand Experiences
A huge thank you to our patients for sharing their very personal experiences with all of us on their journeys of being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Read: Too Many Mammaries: Notes on a Breast Cancer Journey
Read: My Breast Cancer Journey
Let us use this month as a reminder to prioritize our health, support one another, and contribute to the ongoing fight against breast cancer. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals and families impacted by this disease.