Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This October, the FCP Health & Wellness Center is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point in their lives.

The good news is that many women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early. Regular screening is your best protection. The American Cancer Society recommends the following guidelines.

If you are 20-39 years old:

  • Have a clinical breast exam as part of your regular health exam at least every three years.
  • Report any breast changes to your provider right away. Breast self-exam is an option for finding changes.

If you are 40 years or older:

  • Have a yearly mammogram and continue to do so as long as you are in good health.
  • Have a clinical breast exam as part of your regular health exam at least every three years.
  • Report any breast changes to your provider right away. Breast self-exam is an option for finding changes.

Talk to a provider about your risk for breast cancer, especially if a close family member of yours has had breast or ovarian cancer. Your provider can help you decide when and how often to get a mammogram.

Spread the word about breast cancer and the importance of regular screenings to your friends, family and community. You could help save a life!

Women that schedule a mammogram at the FCP Health and Wellness Center Radiology Department receive an incentive at their appointment. Call 715-478-4339 to schedule an appointment today!

Interested in learning more about breast cancer? Join us for the Breast Cancer Awareness Event at the Health and Wellness Center on October 25th from 4:00 – 6:00pm. Come stop in and view our variety of booths with educational topics on Breast Cancer. Take part in a luminary walk around the Rehabilitation Department track. Games, food, and prizes available! Contact Leah Littleton at 715-478-4355 for more information.

Source: American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/, US Department of Health and Human Services: http://healthfinder.gov/NHO/OctoberToolkit.aspx