About Women's Health: The C-Word: What You Need To Know

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Women's Health From Rachel Berman, your About Women's Health Editor Chances are you know someone who at some point has been diagnosed with a woman-specific cancer. As September and October are Ovarian and Breast Cancer Awareness Months, respectively, here's information about who's at risk, the steps you can take to lower your risk, and how to cope if you or a loved one is suffering from either of these conditions. What You Can Control While your gender and genes are factors you can't alter, there are actionable lifestyle changes you can take right now to reduce your risk of cancer. What Affects Your Breast Cancer Risk Ovarian Cancer Prevention: What Works? Top 8 Ways Women Can Prevent Cancer Search Related Topics:  breast cancer prevention  genetic factors  family health history Understand the Warning Signs Typically, the earlier cancer is detected and treated, the better the prognosis. Start with performing a monthly Breast Self Exam. Symptoms of Breast Cancer Early Detection Ovarian Cancer Search Related Topics:  breast cancer screening  breast cancer symptoms  breast lumps Separate Myth From Fact There are many misconceptions about women's cancers. Here are 7 Myths About Breast Cancer you should stop believing. Why Ovarian Cancer is Called the "Silent Killer" How a Cancer Diagnosis is Made Search Related Topics:  breast cancer symptoms  breast cancer diagnosis  breast cancer treatments Living With Cancer Scientific advancements are constantly evolving options for people diagnosed with cancer. Here are 7 Treatment Methods For Breast Cancer. Side Effects of Chemotherapy Is It Safe to Breastfeed? Search Related Topics:  breast cancer treatment  surgery  chemotherapy Related Searches Breast Cancer Risk Cancer Information Ovarian Cancer Signs Treatment for Cancer Cancer Chemotherapy Featured Articles Benefits of Choosing a Gynecological Oncologist The Art of Dealing With Cancer Showing Support When a Loved One Has Cancer How Tumor Boards Can Protect You Decode Medical Terms Breast Reconstruction Surgery   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement