10/03/2023
Did you know one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime? And even more will know or love someone fighting this destructive disease.
That’s why, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to raise awareness about this form of cancer. Take a look at a few key facts below:
💝 One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.
💝 The average age of diagnosis is 62, but breast cancer can occur at any age.
💝 Early detection is key to survival. When breast cancer is caught before it has spread to other areas of the body, the five-year relative survival rate is 99%.
💝 As such, it's important to talk to your doctor about any risk factors and get regular mammograms once it’s recommended you do so.
💝The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends women ages 50-74 with an average risk receive a mammogram every two years. Women ages 40 to 49 should talk with their doctor to determine when to start and frequency.
💝 There are many effective treatments for breast cancer, and the survival rate has been steadily increasing in recent years.
Share this post to raise awareness about breast cancer, and remember to talk to your friends and family about the disease and encourage them to get screened.
