Raise Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
One of The most common types of cancer on the list is breast cancer, with 290,560 new cases expected in the United States in 2022. Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women. An estimated 43,550 women will die from breast cancer in the United States this year. Women have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer in their lifetime. Although rarer, men can also develop breast cancer and? 1 in 1000 men will develop it in their lifetime. Death rates due to breast cancer have declined 40% since 1989 and we can attribute this to improvements in early detection.
“Mammography can detect tumors before they can be felt, so screening is key for early detection. But when combined with regular medical care and appropriate guideline-recommended mammography, breast self-exams can help women know what is normal for them so they can report any changes to their healthcare provider.” - N.B.C.F.
To learn more about breast cancer awareness you can visit the National breast cancer foundation website.
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ProPlate has been active in the development of devices that support breast cancer treatment. We're proud to be a part of this vital area of medicine!