October is National
Breast Cancer Awareness Month—the time of year that breast health is on
everyone’s mind, and for good reason. According to www.breastcancer.org, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in
their lifetime, and although the statistics are lower, one in 1,000 males will
be diagnosed in their lifetime.
Odds are we
all know someone who will battle, has battled, is currently battling, or has
lost their battle with breast cancer. The most important thing you can do to protect
yourself is take preventive measures.
You can:
-Reduce your risk of breast cancer by
maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This includes staying active and maintaining a
healthy weight, eating fruits and vegetables, limiting alcohol consumption, and
not smoking.
-Become familiar with your body and do
frequent breast self-exams. By knowing your body, you will likely be able to
identify more easily when something is awry.
-Get regular mammograms. Mammograms
are X-rays that professionals can assess for abnormal breast tissue. Mammograms
can often detect a lump before it can be felt.
Grinnell
Regional Medical Center radiology department can help! Schedule your
appointment for a mammogram today by calling 641-236-2355. By doing so, you are
taking responsibility for your health and providing yourself an opportunity to
put your mind at ease by being informed and prepared.
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