Ladies..... say no to breast cancer!!

Hi ladies out there, lets check the  risk factors for breast cancer are listed below. Click on each link to learn more about the risk factor and ways you can minimize it in your own life. If a factor can't be changed (such as your genetics), you can learn about protective steps you can take that can help keep your risk as low as possible.

Breast Cancer Risk Factors : 

• Being a Woman

• Age

• Family History

• Genetics

• Radiation to Chest or Face Before Age 30

• Certain Breast Changes

• Race/Ethnicity

• Being Overweight

• Pregnancy History

• Breastfeeding History

• Menstrual History

• Using HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)

• Drinking Alcohol

• Having Dense Breasts

• Lack of Exercise

• Smoking

• Emerging Risks:

• Low of Vitamin D Levels

• Light Exposure at Night

• DES (diethylstilbestrol) Exposure

• Eating Unhealthy Food

• Exposure to Chemicals in Cosmetics

• Exposure to Chemicals in Food

• Exposure to Chemicals for Lawns and Gardens

• Exposure to Chemicals in Plastic

• Exposure to Chemicals in Sunscreen

• Exposure to Chemicals in Water

• Exposure to Chemicals When Food Is Grilled/Prepare 

  So.. BEWARE!!!!! 

1. CHANGE your healthiest lifestyle options possible, you can empower yourself and make sure your breast cancer risk is as low as possible!!