As mentioned in my last post, I gave out information about breast self exams In The Pink at Pepper Place. I know we have all been taught this information before, but you can never hear too much about something so simple and life-saving! Self breast exams are EXTREMELY important. Over 70% of all diagnosed breast cancers are found by self breast exams. It is recommended that women start at age 20 (especially if you have a history of breast cancer in your family such as I do) and continue doing them at least once a month for the rest of your life. It's very simple, quick, and could lead to early detection which is essential in increasing survival rate. [Survival rate for breast cancer caught in the early stages is over 90%] It is important to start young and be aware of how your breasts look and feel normally, which will make it much easier to detect when there is a change. Women need to know ANYTIME they feel a change, go to your doctor as soon as possible. Many women may dismiss it or think it's nothing, but it is always better to be safe than sorry. So set aside 10 minutes and one day a month and check your breasts. If you won't be your own health advocate, who will?
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