Check Yourself Out

Check Yourself Out

Breast cancer is second only to skin cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. Adding early detection measures to your regular to-do list such as performing self examinations, knowing your family history, and receiving regular mammograms as determined by your health care provider are the best known ways to detect breast cancer early. Take charge of your health and keep in mind the following…

Things You Should Know about Breast Cancer …

• Self-examinations should be conducted at the same time in your cycle each month by women of all ages. Talk to your health care provider about specific instructions for conducting self-examinations.
• The Earlier the Better! Early detection of breast cancer means better health outcomes.
• A woman who exercises a total of four hours per week reduces her risk of breast cancer.
• A low-fat diet decreases your risk of breast cancer.

For more information on this topic:

• http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastcancer/
• http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/breast/page4