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Increasing Life-Saving Knowledge Helps Lower Risk of Breast Cancer

By Amanda Ridder, Community Writer
September 3, 2015 at 10:04am. Views: 271

Early detection of breast cancer provides a significant increase in survival and leading a healthier life. "One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime," according to a statistic provided on the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) website. Although doctors do not know the exact cause of each person's diagnosis, the disease forms from damaged cell DNA. Genetic mutation can be one of the risk factors for developing breast cancer, especially if the gene has been passed down from a family member. Because women may have an abnormal menstrual or reproductive history, such as early menstruation before age 12, undergoing late menopause after age 55, or giving birth at an older age, the chances of breast cancer developing increases. While these factors are unavoidable, the good news is that certain health and environmental factors can be resolved to lower risks of breast cancer. As stated on the NBCF website, avoidable risk factors include, "lack of physical activity, poor diet, radiation on the chest, and taking combined hormone replacement therapy, as prescribed for menopause." Knowing the risks involved and having an annual mammogram screening by the age of 40 allows for better breast health and early detection. The NBCF website states, "death rates from breast cancer have been declining since about 1990, in part to better due to screening and early detection, increased awareness, and continually improving treatment options." In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center in Temecula will be facilitating free mammogram screenings in October to those who qualify for assistance. Michelle’s Place, in conjunction with support from The Breast Center of Temecula Valley, Loma Linda Murrieta and Southwest Healthcare is able to facilitate these potentially life-saving mammograms. Michelle's Place offers The Breast Health Assistance, a program that educates clients more on breast cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, and psych-social issues. The NBCF website also provides a resource called Beyond The Shock; a free online tool for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Loved ones and doctors may also use this resource, as well. Volunteers are needed at NBCF to provide early detection resources, fundraising assistance, and help spreading valuable information about breast cancer prevention via social media. Getting involved with an organization or scheduling a mammogram screening is one step closer to winning this relentless fight against breast cancer.

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