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Screening and Prevention
The best methods of beating breast cancer are early detection and prevention. Identification of breast cancer when it is very small will increase the likelihood that it is localized and has not necessarily spread. Forms of early detection offered in our Comprehensive Breast Care Program include screening mammography, ultrasound, as well as self and clinical breast examination.

Read additional information on breast cancer screenings.

Women can take these basic breast health steps to help in the prevention and early detection of breast cancer:

1. Monthly breast self-examination beginning by age 20
2. Clinical breast examinations at least every three years beginning at age 20 and annually after age 40
3. Annual screening mammography beginning at age 40
4. Women under age 40 with a family history of breast cancer and other concerns about their personal risk should consult a trained medical professional about risk assessment and when to begin screening mammography.

Cancer prevention is an exciting and developing field. There are now multiple options available for women who are interested in decreasing their lifetime risk of breast cancer. Our Prevention, Early Detection and Genetics Program is designed to educate women about their options and provide guidance and support through this difficult decision. In conducting your breast cancer risk assessment you may discuss screening guidelines, in depth prevention counseling, genetic testing consideration, chemoprevention strategies, as well as prophylactic surgery, depending upon family history and your personal risk factors.

We realize that breast cancer poses a very real threat to all women. We will help you sort through the vast amount of information available and create a prevention and early detection strategy that is right for you.

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