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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health This week, because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we take a look at things you need to know about this devastating disease. No matter how young or old you are, this week's articles are important for you. Have a healthy week! Tracee 5 Reasons Even Young Women Should Do Breast Self Exam When you're young, breast cancer is probably the furthest thing from your mind. However, it shouldn't be. Although breast cancer in young women is significantly less common among those from 20 to 39, it does happen. Don't believe it won't happen to you, I personally knew a young woman only 21 or 22 who had breast cancer. Finding time to incorporate breast self exam into your monthly schedule is easy when you realize just how important it is. Will I Get Breast Cancer? Unfortunately, the answer to this question is "We don't know." We can never be sure whether breast cancer will happen during our lifetime. This is due, in great part, to the fact that the cause or causes of breast cancer remain vague. However, we do know several risk factors that may increase our chance of future development of breast cancer. Breast Cancer Myths vs Facts Although many advances have been made in breast cancer detection and treatment over the last quarter century, the fact is we still don't know much about the causes of breast cancer or it's cure. This leaves many of us misunderstanding the facts about breast cancer. It's time we dispel those myths and replace them with what we know is true about breast cancer. 10 Steps To Prevent Breast Cancer Ann Kulze, M.D. is the author of Dr. Ann's 10-Step Diet (Top Ten Wellness and Fitness, October 2004), a primary care physician, spokesperson for Ruby Tuesday's Restaurant and mother of four. Dr. Ann designed these ten steps to show you how YOU can prevent breast cancer in your life. Women's Health Ads Womens Health Breast Cancer Flu Shot Health Public Health Clinic Woman 'S Health Featured Articles Women and Cancer Women's Health Glossary Other Diseases and Conditions Women's Health and Beauty Issues Birth Control Menstruation   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More > Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. Take the quiz now > This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Share Your Health Story! How Do You Cope With Chronic Pain? Review Your Favorite Women's Health Books Read What Other Readers Say About Hysterectomy Advertisement