Breast cancer screening can save your life

According to the American Cancer Society:

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers.

Every 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.

5-year survival rates for breast cancer are: 

• 99% if detected early before it spreads.
• 86% if it spreads to lymph nodes or nearby structures.
• 30% if it spreads to distant parts of the body, like lungs, liver or bones.

Screenings

National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines recommend:

All women age 40 and older at average risk of breast cancer should have an annual screening mammogram.

All women should have a clinical breast examination by a physician every year, along with a monthly self-examination.

Women with higher-than-average risk of breast cancer should have a clinical breast examination by a physician every 6 to 12 months and should consider a high-risk screening of an annual breast MRI along with an annual mammogram. 

Talk with your doctor

Discuss your risk for breast cancer and a plan for a screening mammogram with your Primary Care Physician or your OB/GYN.

For more information on breast, colorectal, lung and prostate cancer screenings, visit genesishcs.org/screenings.