While a history of breast cancer in the family may lead to increased risk, most breast cancers are diagnosed in women with no family
history......
It's often too late! This is the problem with so many heath issues people suffer from. That little light bulb goes off inside your head
and says "If I'd only have known about this sooner." That's not good enough! As we all now, time can mean the difference between
life and death. This is exactly why regular physicals become a necessity once you hit a certain age. 40 is commonly that age. For men,
prostate cancer is a large issue, and for women breast cancer awareness is imperative.
It IS better to be safe than sorry. So, are you fully in tune with your body? Do you know what's going on these days?
Okay, so you understand the importance of prostate and breast cancer awareness. After all, these afflict men and women worse than any other
forms of cancer. Now you just need to know what to do about it. EAT HEALTHY! This point cannot be stressed enough. SO much has to do with
our diets. The right foods will replenish you with vitamins and minerals to help you stay strong and healthy, but the wrong ones will have
the opposite effect, causing your body to weaken and deteriorate more quickly. Get the point! Take prostate and breast cancer awareness very
seriously. Your life depends on it.
Breast Cancer Awareness
It IS better to be safe than sorry. So, are you fully in tune with your body? Do you know what's going on these days?
Eat Right to Lower Breast Cancer Risk.
I hate to think about it, but our bodies begin to deteriorate over time. To put it plainly, they wear out. All the organs, limbs and cells that make us who we are don't last forever. The human body reminds me of a vehicle in some ways. When you buy it off the lot, everything is new and shiny. The vehicle runs like a dream. But, as time moves on and your vehicle accumulates miles, chips, dents and rust, it doesn't run the same anymore.Early Signs of Breast Cancer
to be aware of.
* A lump is found, which is usually single, firm, and most often painless.
* A portion of the skin on the breast or underarm swells and has an unusual appearance.
* Veins on the skin surface become more prominent on one breast.
* The breast nipple becomes inverted, develops a rash, changes in skin texture, or has a discharge other than breast milk.
* A depression is found in a part of the breast surface.
The same goes for our bodies. They also get old, worn and begin to run down. Before we know it, they're moving pretty darn
slowly. In addition, we become more susceptible to problems like cancer. Older parts can equal damaged parts. Parts that get afflicted with
tissue growths, like cars get afflicted with rust. It's a sad and daunting truth. Now, this is why prostate and breast cancer awareness are
so crucial. If you acquire the knowledge you need to prevent them at a young age, you really do prepare for the future.
* A lump is found, which is usually single, firm, and most often painless.
* A portion of the skin on the breast or underarm swells and has an unusual appearance.
* Veins on the skin surface become more prominent on one breast.
* The breast nipple becomes inverted, develops a rash, changes in skin texture, or has a discharge other than breast milk.
* A depression is found in a part of the breast surface.
Article by P.D. Jones
an independent writer for Healthy Help Files on Cancer treatments.
Breast Cancer Links....
Breast Cancer Information from National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc
Breast Cancer Symptoms and Information on Breast Cancer. Saving lives by increasing awareness through breast cancer education and providing mammograms for woman at risk,. www.nationalbreastcancer.org
Breast Cancer Symptoms and Information on Breast Cancer. Saving lives by increasing awareness through breast cancer education and providing mammograms for woman at risk,. www.nationalbreastcancer.org
Breast Cancer: Cancer Research UK
Join us and thousands of others as we pull together to raise funds for research into breast cancer. Find out how you can support us.
www.cancerresearchuk.org/breast cancer
Join us and thousands of others as we pull together to raise funds for research into breast cancer. Find out how you can support us.
www.cancerresearchuk.org/breast cancer
Treatment - National Cancer Institute
Information on standard, complementary, and alternative methods of cancer treatment, on specific anticancer drugs, and on drug development and approval. www.cancer.gov/cancer topics / treatment
Information on standard, complementary, and alternative methods of cancer treatment, on specific anticancer drugs, and on drug development and approval. www.cancer.gov/cancer topics / treatment
BreastCancer.org - Breast Cancer Treatment Information and Pictures
Breast Cancer Information from a Nonprofit Organization.
www.breastcancer.org
Breast Cancer Information from a Nonprofit Organization.
www.breastcancer.org
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