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Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

Finding breast cancer early means everything.

It boosts the

5-year survival rate to 99%

Find time in your calendar for:

Monthly Self-Checks

Routine Mammograms

Find balance to lower your risk.

  • 2-3 drinks per day increases your risk by about 20%.
  • Being overweight or obese increases your risk.
  • Regular exercise decreases your risk by about 10-20%.
  • 5.5 servings of fruits and veggies lowers risk by about 11%.
  • Estrogen-progestin therapy (EPT) is linked to a higher risk.
  • Following the Mediterranean Diet reduces your risk.

Schedule your screening today.

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