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October 12, 2018

31 Days of Pink is Touro Infirmary’s movement to raise breast health awareness every day during October; National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Today, breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the United States during her lifetime. In fact, Louisiana has one of the highest rates of breast cancer mortality in the nation. We can change this by educating our community and encouraging lifesaving screenings. When detected early, breast cancer is most treatable.

Together we are fighting to beat this disease. We hope that you will join the conversation. Visit 31DaysofPink.com to read Touro’s blog daily throughout the month, and share your story with us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtags #31DaysofPink #StrongerTogether.

6 Facts About Breast Cancer

1. Some women develop breast cancer without any risk factors, including family history of the disease.

2. Older women are more likely to get breast cancer than younger women.

3. Roughly one out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime.

4. Mammography can detect breast cancer in the early stages—when it’s most treatable. In fact, it can find changes in the breast that could be cancer years before a lump and other physical symptoms develop.

5. Getting a mammogram only takes about 20 minutes. Click here to learn more about mammography.

6. The benefits and limitations of mammography vary based on factors like age and personal risk. Experts have different recommendations for mammography. The American Cancer Society recommends yearly screening for women ages 45 to 54 and yearly or biennial screenings for women ages 55 and older. Women should talk with their doctors about their personal risk factors before making a decision about when to start getting mammograms or how often they should get them.

Designed by a multidisciplinary team of breast specialists, the Touro Women’s Imaging Center is devoted exclusively to providing a comprehensive array of state-of-the art women’s imaging and breast care services, including the diagnosis of breast cancer.

Click here to request a mammography appointment

at Touro online or call 504-897-8600.

31 Days of Pink is Touro Infirmary’s movement to raise breast health awareness every day during October; National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

6 Facts About Breast Cancer

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