Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month is about educating women about early detection of breast cancer by self exams, clinical exams and mammography. The pink ribbon is the symbol for Breast Cancer Awareness.Women age 40 and over should have a yearly mammogram.
A clinical breast exam should be part of a periodic health exam, preferably at least every three years for women in their 20's and 30's and every year for women 40 and older.
A breast self exam is a must for women in in their 20's. Women should report any breast change to their doctor without delay.
Women at increased risk for breast cancer such as family history, genetic tendency, or past breast cancer should talk with their doctors about the benefits and limitations of starting screening earlier or having additional tests such as breast ultrasound or an MRI.