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2010 National Mammography Day

By: Ginger | October 22, 2010 | Category: Health

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According to healthfinder.gov’s Health Observances page, Oct. 22 is National Mammography Day. On this day, women are encouraged to make an appointment for their annual mammograms. You can take this National Mammography Day Quiz to see how much you know about mammography.

We all have busy lives and let’s face it, getting a mammogram can be uncomfortable and a little embarrassing. It’s no day at the spa, but that doesn’t stop me from getting one every year. I know that it is important to have a mammogram done regularly - mammography is an essential tool for early detection of breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer is 98 percent when it is detected early.

Knowing what may contribute to breast cancer is an important part of its prevention.  Risk factors for breast cancer include family and personal history, radiation therapy to the chest for previous cancers, obesity, and certain genetic changes. Being aware of these possible risk factors, as well as maintaining a healthy body weight and balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting regular screenings, may help lower the chances of developing breast cancer.

I am fortunate that breast cancer does not run in my family, but that doesn’t mean I can ignore this important preventative exam.   For a woman with a history of breast cancer in her family, she has to be very vigilant in self breast examinations and getting her mammogram done every year. If she has a daughter or daughters, she needs to teach her daughters to be aware, as well. If you haven’t had your annual mammogram yet, please take the time to schedule your appointment today. It may save your life.

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Posted by Marcus Franco on October 22, 2010 at 11:13 PM EDT

I have to suggest this post to all my lady friends

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Posted by Sam on October 23, 2010 at 06:11 AM EDT

The wife went in yesterday herself for a mammogram but we were a little concerned because she had a small lump underneath her right breast. Well the doctor examined it and he said it was nothing just a built up blackhead or something. We were so relieved after the news because she had an issue last year where she had surgery, but i t wasn't cancerous, Thank God. Excellent post.
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Posted by Consumer Reviews on October 24, 2010 at 06:24 PM EDT

Mammograms are extremely important, to all women, including those with and without a family history of Breast Cancer.
Just take the time to get your annual mammogram - it may save your life.
Kind regards.

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Posted by Angela Spy on October 24, 2010 at 09:49 PM EDT

Sounds scary, isn't it? Here in Singapore, there is a running compaign on "Breast Cancer Awareness". We women have to take charge of our health !

via blog.usa.gov

Very True!