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Did You Know?
About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the U.S.. Half of breast cancers occur in woman aged 62 and older, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Night shift work has been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer. A 2013 analysis of several studies found that working at night may increase breast cancer risk by 40%. This may be due to environments, such as factories, that tend to involve shift work, and hormone imbalances that can occur with sleep disruption.
Breast “self-awareness” is gaining popularity over a monthly breast exam. The ACS now recommends “breast self-awareness” in conjunction with mammograms.
Not all breast cancer is created equal. The tumor’s genetic makeup and other factors determine how likely the cancer is to grow and spread. That’s why a breast cancer diagnosis involves more than imaging tests.
Breast cancer risk-reducing surgery is 90 to 95% effective. Bilateral mastectomy is 90 to 95% effective at reducing breast cancer risk. However, some breast tissue can remain and has the potential to become cancerous.
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of breast cancer. Alcohol is a toxin, and drinking any amount can damage your body and increase the risk for several cancers, including oral cancer, throat cancer, colorectal and esophageal cancers, as well as liver cancer.