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Breast CA Statistics
- About 1 in 8 women in the United States (12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
- In 2010, an estimated 207,090 new cases of invasive breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 54,010 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer.
- About 1,970 new cases of invasive breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed in men in 2010. Less than 1% of all new breast cancer cases occur in men.
- From 1999 to 2006, breast cancer incidence rates in the U.S. decreased by about 2% per year. One theory is that this decrease was partially due to the reduced use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) by women after the results of a large study called the Women’s Health Initiative were published in 2002. These results suggested a connection between HRT and increased breast cancer risk.
- About 39,840 women in the U.S. were expected to die in 2010 from breast cancer, though death rates have been decreasing since 1990. These decreases are thought to be the result of treatment advances, earlier detection through screening, and increased awareness.
- For women in the U.S., breast cancer death rates are higher than those for any other cancer, besides lung cancer.
- Besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among U.S. women. More than 1 in 4 cancers in women (about 28%) are breast cancer.
- Compared to African American women, white women are slightly more likely to develop breast cancer, but less likely to die of it. One possible reason is that African American women tend to have more aggressive tumors, although why this is the case is not known. Women of other ethnic backgrounds — Asian, Hispanic, and Native American — have a lower risk of developing and dying from breast cancer than white women and African American women.
- In 2010, there were more than 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S.
- A woman’s risk of breast cancer approximately doubles if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. About 20-30% of women diagnosed with breast cancer have a family history of breast cancer.
- About 5-10% of breast cancers can be linked to gene mutations (abnormal changes) inherited from one’s mother or father. Mutations of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are the most common. Women with these mutations have up to an 80% risk of developing breast cancer during their lifetime, and they are more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age (before menopause). An increased ovarian cancer risk is also associated with these genetic mutations. In men, about 1 in 10 breast cancers are believed to be due to BRCA2 mutations and even fewer cases to BRCA1 mutations.
- About 70-80% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer. These occur due to genetic abnormalities that happen as a result of the aging process and life in general, rather than inherited mutations.
- The most significant risk factors for breast cancer are gender (being a woman) and age (growing older).
Every 12 minutes a woman in America dies of breast cancer. Yet, with early detection, doctors believe that number could be significantly reduced. In 2010, there were more than 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S. Unfortunately, many women still put them off.
Massage + Manicure + Mammogram = mammoWOW!
This is why Premier Radiology recently launched their Wellness of Women (WOW) Initiative. Specifically, mammoWOW!
Relaxing with a massage, being pampered with a manicure—No, it's not a day spa. It's a mammoWOW, a mammogram celebration. These parties are helping take the stress out of getting mammograms.
Many ladies struggle with day-to-day commitments of career and family, often times, making it difficult to take care of their own personal health. The wait is over, we have your answer: mammoWOW!
The mammoWOW offers ladies an opportunity to share an evening with friends and co-workers enjoying massage, manicures, wine, appetizers and most especially, giving themselves the personal gift of their breast health.
“We are pleased with the overwhelming response to our program. Women seem to enjoy this new ‘style’ of screening mammography,” said Dr. Chad Calendine, a radiologist and President of Premier Radiology. “It saves lives.”
Saint Thomas Premier Imaging has committed to making mammograms fun! The events are held at the Hermitage location of Saint Thomas Premier imaging currently. However, additional locations will be added in the coming months.
DON’T WAIT—call your friends, gather your co-workers and schedule YOUR mammoWOW! You need the following:
- Groups of 8-16 women ages 40 or older
- Parties typically begin around 5 PM, but we can offer flexibility
- A pre-planning hostess will contact your group prior to the event to discuss, in greater detail
- All you need to bring is your driver’s license and insurance card
Please contact the Saint Thomas Premier Imaging mammoWOW Event Team at (615) 601-1772 if you are interested in a WOW celebration for your family, friends or coworkers. If you have additional questions, please email reservations@mammoWOW.com.
Tips For A Better Mammogram
Before you head in for your mammogram, here are a few things you'll want to keep in mind:
- On the day of your mammogram, don't use deodorant, lotion, cream, or powder on your underarms or breasts. These could interfere with a clear mammogram.
- If your breasts get tender around the time of menstruation, schedule your mammogram for one week after your period ends.
- If you've had mammograms at another facility, have those mammograms available to the radiologist at your current exam. Also bring a list of places and dates of earlier mammograms, as well as biopsies and other breast treatments.
- Before your exam, discuss any breast symptoms or problems you are having.
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