Exercise and Cancer

Breast Cancer Screening: Why Starting Earlier Might Save Your Life
Breast Cancer Screening: Why Starting Earlier Might Save Your Life administrator 4 Views • 2 years ago

Did you know that Black women are 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than White women? That's why it's crucial to start earlier and have a screening plan in place.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends that women of average risk for breast cancer be screened by age 40 every other year until age 74. This is a significant change from their previous recommendation, which suggested not starting screening until age 50. On the other hand, the American Cancer Society recommends starting screening no later than age 40 every year for those assigned the gender 'female' at birth.

It's important to note that between the ages of 40 and 49, the risk of breast cancer goes up by 2% per year according to the National Institutes of Health. That's why I recommend every woman discusses her breast cancer screening plan with her physician by the age of 25. Women with high risk, personal history of breast cancer, family history of breast cancer, positive genetic testing (ie BRCA), or with high radiation exposure should get screened earlier.

Women with dense breasts should discuss an individualized screening plan with their physicians. Black women should definitely discuss earlier and/or more frequent screening plans with their physicians given that they tend to have more aggressive breast cancers at earlier ages. Remember, always consult with your physician for more information regarding your individualized screening plan. Don't wait, take control of your health today.

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Breast Cancer Screening: Why Starting Earlier Might Save Your Life
Breast Cancer Screening: Why Starting Earlier Might Save Your Life administrator 2 Views • 2 years ago

Did you know that Black women are 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than White women? That's why it's crucial to start earlier and have a screening plan in place.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends that women of average risk for breast cancer be screened by age 40 every other year until age 74. This is a significant change from their previous recommendation, which suggested not starting screening until age 50. On the other hand, the American Cancer Society recommends starting screening no later than age 40 every year for those assigned the gender 'female' at birth.

It's important to note that between the ages of 40 and 49, the risk of breast cancer goes up by 2% per year according to the National Institutes of Health. That's why I recommend every woman discusses her breast cancer screening plan with her physician by the age of 25. Women with high risk, personal history of breast cancer, family history of breast cancer, positive genetic testing (ie BRCA), or with high radiation exposure should get screened earlier.

Women with dense breasts should discuss an individualized screening plan with their physicians. Black women should definitely discuss earlier and/or more frequent screening plans with their physicians given that they tend to have more aggressive breast cancers at earlier ages. Remember, always consult with your physician for more information regarding your individualized screening plan. Don't wait, take control of your health today.

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Exercises After Breast Surgery (Step 2) - Moderate Level Breast Cancer Exercises
Exercises After Breast Surgery (Step 2) - Moderate Level Breast Cancer Exercises administrator 4 Views • 2 years ago

Breast surgery can come in various forms: Mastectomy, Lumpectomy, or Reconstruction, etc. Exercise after cancer treatment or exercise after breast cancer surgery can cause fear and uncertainty. So many ask me when to exercise after surgery or what to start with to avoid hurting anything. In this video, I share the second-level of breast cancer exercises after surgery that helps women ease back into doing what they love. So whether you love yoga, or cycling, or weight lifting, you still need to start somewhere light.

Research shows that resistance training 2-3 times a week can help reduce fatigue, lymphedema, and even mortality! This exercise program is a simple, and great option for those looking for a routine for his or her upper body strength.

Stretches after Breast Cancer Surgery and Radiation:
https://youtu.be/wRd_FtQvoiM

This is Step 2, of a 2-part series.
For Step 1, which starts with lighter and easier movements please check out this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Yfld-obDKM

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Latex-Free, Professional Theraband: https://amzn.to/3rzCL29
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