10 Breast Cancer Prevention and Screening Tips
- Stay up to date with Mammograms
- For women at average risk, routine mammograms begin at age 40.
- For women at increased risk, screening may begin earlier and/or include additional imaging such as ultrasound or MRI.
- Know your personal breast cancer risk
- A formal risk assessment can determine if enhanced screening is needed.
- Factors affecting breast cancer risk include:
- Family history of breast and/ or ovarian cancer
- Genetic mutations i.e BRCA1/ BRCA2
- Previous breast biopsy showing high risk lesions
- Dense breast tissue
- Prior chest radiation
- Age and reproductive/ hormonal history
- Don’t ignore breast changes
- New or persistent breast changes should be evaluated sooner rather than waiting for the next mammogram.
- Don’t ignore these breast changes:
- Lump
- Nipple inversion
- Unusual nipple discharge
- Skin dimpling
- Persistent redness and/or swelling
- Change in breast size and/or shape
- Persistent focal breast pain
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Exercise regularly
- Limit alcohol
- Don’t smoke
- Breastfeed if it’s an option
- Breastfeeding is associated with a reduction in breast cancer risk.
- Be thoughtful about hormone therapy
- Menopausal hormonal therapy increases breast cancer risk.
- Know your breast density
- Dense breasts can increase breast cancer risk.
*Source: 10/5/25- Griffin Hospital, Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital * Derby, CT * 203.732.7233
This material is for general information and educational purposes only. Information is based on data gathered from what we believe are reliable sources. It is not guaranteed as to accuracy, does not purport to be complete and is not intended to be used as a primary basis for investment decisions.
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