Breast cancer accounts for 15% of all cancer diagnoses in 2023. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for awareness and early detection. Breast cancer awareness is crucial to help catch the disease as quickly as possible. According to Dr. Katherine Holbrook, an A.T. Still University Kirksville Family Medicine Primary Care physician, breast cancer awareness "helped save my mom. She had breast cancer in her thirties, and it was very aggressive. Early detection is the reason that she's still around today and can enjoy life with her grandkids and her children."
It's the second most common cause of cancer in women and the second most common deadly cancer in women. Medical experts say that the number of people being diagnosed with cancer has increased to a concerning level, with over 12% of women being diagnosed at some point in their lifetime. Knowing the signs of breast cancer, such as changes in the texture of the breast, a mass or swelling, changes in the skin, dimpling, or pain, is essential to start treatment as soon as possible.
Lifestyle changes and regular screenings for breast cancer can help prevent this disease. Dr. Holbrook suggests avoiding a sedentary lifestyle, obesity after menopause, and reducing alcohol consumption. Regular screenings can reduce your risk of death by breast cancer by about 26%. If you are over the age of 40, it's recommended to get tested for breast cancer once every one or two years. Let's raise awareness and prioritize early detection to fight against breast cancer.
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