October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know:
-Breast cancer is the 2nd most common cancer in American women
-Breast cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in women
Source: American Cancer Society (2019)

FHSLA is proud to be a part of spreading awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The below links provide more information about breast cancer. 

American Cancer Society: Information on breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and support programs.
 www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer.html

Breast Cancer Testing Information: Information on mammograms and how to talk to your doctor.
health.gov/myhealthfinder/topics/health-conditions/cancer/get-tested-breast-cancer   

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Information on breast cancer diagnosis, testing, and risk factors. 
www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/index.htm

National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program: information on free or low cost breast cancer screening for qualified women
 www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm

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