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Remember, your health is essential, do not delay important imaging screenings and tests. According to the American Cancer Society, finding breast cancer early and getting state-of-the-art cancer treatment are the most important strategies to prevent deaths from breast cancer. Getting regular screening tests is the most reliable way to find breast cancer early. www.breastlink.com... #Breastlink #CancerScreenWeek

This year more than ever it’s vital that we properly, and frequently, wash our hands to stop the transmission of harmful germs. Let’s all do our part to keep each other healthy. The CDC recommends following these five steps when washing our hands: 1. Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.... 2. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. 3. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the Happy Birthday song from beginning to end twice. 4. Rinse your hands well under clean, running water. 5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them. #NationalHandwashingAwarenessWeek #BreastlinkNY

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is sometimes found after symptoms appear, but many women with breast cancer have no symptoms. This is why regular breast cancer screening is so important. Typically, breast cancer can be detected through multiple tests, including a mammogram, ultrasound, MRI and biopsy. When cancer is suspected, a needle biopsy is usually administered in order to obtain a small amount of tissue from the suspicious area for analysis. The... removed cells are examined under a microscope and further tested to check for the presence of breast cancer. A biopsy is the only diagnostic procedure that can definitely determine if the suspicious area is cancerous. To learn more, please visit: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-diagnos/

Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be full of peace, love, and joy.

What is triple-negative breast cancer? Triple-negative breast cancer is cancer that tests negative for estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors, and excess HER2 protein. According to Breastcancer.org, about 10-20% of breast cancers are triple-negative breast cancers. These results mean the growth of the cancer is not fueled by the hormones estrogen and progesterone, or by the HER2 protein. So, triple-negative breast cancer does not respond to hormonal therapy medicines or m...edicines that target HER2 protein receptors. Still, other medicines are used to successfully treat triple-negative breast cancer. Learn more at: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/diagnosis/trip_neg #BreastlinkNY #BreastCancer

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Rates of breast cancer in the U.S. vary by race and ethnicity, so do rates of breast cancer deaths. According to the CDC, breast cancer death rates are 40% higher among black women than white women. It’s important to be diligent with having yearly screening mammograms, as early detection leads to more successful treatment.

In these extraordinary times, it’s more important than ever to be kind to yourself and make self-care a priority. Excessive stress can lead to an increase in a variety of health problems and depression, but self-care helps to sharpen mental and physical health, betters self-esteem, helps with stress management and leads to better wellbeing overall. Self-care doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. Self-care is not self-indulgent. Self-care is not selfish. Here are a few ways to incorporate self-care into your daily life. #BreastlinkNY #NationalStressAwarenessDay #SelfCare

Happy Halloween! Wishing everyone a safe and fun day!

First-degree family history of breast cancer dramatically increases your risk of cancer. Although family history can’t be changed, it's important to stay knowledgeable and updated about it. #BreastlinkNY #BreastCancerAwareness

Understanding the difference between non-invasive and invasive breast cancers. #BreastlinkNY #BreastCancerAwareness

Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day #BRAday Every woman fighting breast cancer deserves to know her options for reconstruction. Many women are unaware that it is a federal law that health insurers cover breast reconstructive procedures. Although reconstruction following a mastectomy or lumpectomy is not for every woman, we believe every woman should be informed of the options she is legally entitled to. #BreastlinkNY #BreastCancerReconstructionAwareness

There will be an impact that will be felt and will be detectable down the road There will be untoward consequences as a result of the interruption in the routine screening paradigm that existed before Covid-19. - Dr. Jason McKellop https://www.breastlink.com//cancer-doesnt-stop-for-a-pand/... #Breastlink #BreastCancer #EarlyDetection See more

It’s National Mammography Day! We want to remind you to take a moment to schedule your annual screening mammogram and encourage your loved ones to do the same. Early detection saves lives! #BreastlinkNY #NationalMammographyDay

Today we stand with the Metastatic Breast Cancer community. While metastatic breast cancer is terminal and cannot be cured, it is not hopeless. Because of improved treatments many women can live long, productive lives for many years with this type of cancer. There are a wide variety of treatment options for metastatic breast cancer, and new medicines are being tested every day. #Breastlink #MBC #MetastaticBreastCancer

There are several symptoms that can occur in women with breast cancer. Experiencing one or more of these breast symptoms does not mean you have cancer. However, women should be aware of symptoms and changes in their breasts to enable early detection of breast cancer. #BreastlinkNY #BreastCancerAwareness #BreastHealth

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