KNME Community Advisory Council member, breast cancer survivor and
television personality Kathleen McVicker discusses the importance
of regular breast exams and mammograms.
Breast and Cervical Cancer - Early Detection is Key
Facts About Breast and Cervical Cancer in New Mexico
In New Mexico, in 2006, it is estimated that…
- 1,090 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer
- 210 women will die of breast cancer
- 50 women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer
- Fewer than 30 will die of cervical cancer
Statistics above are taken from the American Cancer Society's Cancer Facts and Figures 2006.
For more information, visit the American Cancer Society.
What do I need to know about breast cancer?
- Being a woman is the greatest risk factor for getting breast cancer.
- Early Detection Is Your Best Protection! Mammograms are the best available method to find breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable stage.
- Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, accounting for nearly 1 in 3 cancers diagnosed in US women.
- Breast cancer ranks second among cancer deaths in women (after lung cancer).
- The risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer increases with age.
- There is hope! When breast cancer is found at its earliest, most treatable stage, the 5-year survival rate is 98%.
- Although breast cancer is more common in women over age 40, younger women can also get breast cancer.
- The following lifestyle changes can possibly lower your chance of getting breast cancer.
They can also improve your overall health, lowering your chance of getting other chronic diseases.
- Exercising often
- Maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle
- Not smoking
- Not drinking alcohol or lowering use
Source: American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Facts & Figures 2005-2006
GET YOUR MAMMOGRAM!