In reality, the risk of Breast Cancer INCREASES with age

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Welcome and thank you for coming!
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Breast Cancer is Ageless!

• Breast Cancer is the most common cause of death
  in women over age 65.
• A study in England concluded that women believe
  they are not at risk of breast cancer after age
  65.
• In reality, the risk of Breast Cancer INCREASES
  with age.
• 75 of all Breast Cancers occur in women over age
  50.

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• Breast Cancer is not a death sentence!
• If you find cancer early it is treatable!
• Do not be scared to see a doctor or to practice
  self breast examination!
• A mammogram and breast exam can provide peace of
  mind!

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Mammograms

• Mammograms are your best defense against Breast
  Cancer
• Mammograms can find breast cancer before a lump
  can be felt

• Finding Breast Cancer early gives women the
  greatest chance of survival
• Dont take chances with your health, make an
  appointment for a mammogram today!

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• What is a Mammogram?
• A Mammogram is an x-ray picture that can detect
  Breast Cancer.
• You should not be concerned about the risk of
  radiation from Mammograms because it is a
  low-dose ex-ray.

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What can I expect during a Mammogram?
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Reasons Women do not get regular Mammograms
Reason 1 No one in my family has ever had
Breast Cancer While it is true that family
history is a risk factor for Breast Cancer, 80
of women who get breast cancer have no family
history!
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Reason 2 Im too old to get Breast Cancer

• The chances of Breast Cancer increase with age!
• Women aged 65 and older are twice as likely as
  women ages 40 to 65 to be diagnosed with Breast
  Cancer!

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Reason 3 The Test Hurts Some women experience
discomfort during a mammogram. The breast is
actually only compressed for a few seconds.
Compression is needed for a clear x-ray of the
breast. The whole mammogram only takes around 15
minutes.
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To Combat Mammogram Discomfort
Take an Advil or Tylenol two hours before the
Mammogram, cut down on Caffeine for about a week
before the Mammogram, and just relax (we brought
a relaxation exercise for you!)
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Reason 4 I cannot afford a Mammogram
There are several programs out there to help pay
for Mammograms. MBCHP can help women access
appointments. Medicare or other supplemental
insurance may cover services as well!
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Reason 5 My doctor doesnt seem to think
Mammograms are important.
Unfortunately, some doctors do not refer older
women for mammograms. You may need to ask your
doctor for a referral. Express to your doctor
what you learned today! Remember, it is your
health!
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Reason 6 I dont want to know if I have Breast
Cancer
Breast Cancer is often called the disease women
fear the most. However, if Breast Cancer is
detected early enough and has not spread, the
chances of successful treatment are excellent!
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Talk to your friends about the importance of
Early Detection of Breast Cancer, Self Breast
Exams, and Mammograms!
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Questions? You can ask now!
If you have any questions later or want to refer
someone just call 258-4167!