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Breast Cancer

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Myth 6: Men do not get Breast Cancer - It Affects Women Only

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While the number is small, men can still get breast cancer too. Are then men in your life at risk? Know the facts.

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Myth 5: A Small Lump Is "Probably Nothing"

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Just because the lump is small doesn't mean it's not cancer. Know the facts.

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Myth 4: No Family History? No problem.

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Is there any breast cancer in your family? This may not always matter for breast cancer

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Myth 3: Wait To Get Checked

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There are so many misunderstandings about the "do's" and the "don't's" about mammograms. Know the facts.

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Myth 2: If You're Young, a Breast Lump Can't Be Cancer

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More than 13,000 women under age 40 will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in the United States. No matter your age, know your risk!

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​Myth 1: It's Probably Cancer

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We all talk about doing your monthly self breast exams, but what do you do if you find something? Before you panic, learn the facts.

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But I'm Too Busy For Cancer

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When Kathy was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, she rushed online to find out more information. Big mistake. Check out her story

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I Never Thought It Would Be Me

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Early detection saved Paula's life. With no family history, she never thought breast cancer would be a part of her story.

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Telling My Dense Breast Story

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Advocating for women's health has become a huge part of my mission. I recently went down to DC to help in the effort to pass legislation, which would require radiology la...

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More Tips For Your New Hair

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So I've talked about why we get chemo curls but now, what do you do with them?

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Breast Cancer Resources

Bcrf2
Breakaway2
National breast cancer foundation inc
Dense breast info
Areyoudense2
American cancer society2
Susan g komen for the cure