Women with higher body mass index (BMI) face an increased risk of not detecting their breast tumor until it has become large, according to a study. Researchers said the findings suggest that women with higher BMI may need shorter intervals between mammography screening exams.
Breast cancer happens when cancer cells form in breast tissue. It’s one of the most common types of cancer diagnosis for women in the United States, second only to skin cancer. Early detection has helped with diagnosing breast cancer and improving survival rates.
Many factors over the course of a lifetime can influence your breast cancer risk. You can't change some factors, such as getting older or your family history, but you can help lower your risk of breast cancer by taking care of your health in the following ways:
There are several lifestyle changes that can help reduce the risk of breast cancer.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. This disease is curable, but whether it goes away permanently depends on several factors.
