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Mammography
Mammography uses X-rays to take images of the breasts and identify cancer when it’s too small to be felt so it can be treated early and aggressively. Screening Mammography Sometimes the work of...
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Herbs and Phytoestrogens
Updated 2024 The same questions we ask about drugs need to be asked of alternative therapies like herbs and phytoestrogens too: what is the specific reason to take it? Are there studies demonstrating...
View ArticleWhat is “Breast Implant Illness,” and What Are the Risks of Breast Implants?
Updated 12/19/2023 “I have breast implants and over the last 2 and a half years have developed over 30 illness symptoms. I came across a group with thousands of women suffering in silence like me! I...
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Since You Asked – My breast implants are painful and my surgeon won’t listen....
Early this year Lucy B, an NWHN supporter, wrote us: I am in constant pain under my rib cage after having breast implant surgery almost two years ago. Any pressure from a bra causes more pain, and my...
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Ep 010 A Breast Cancer Diagnosis at 31 – Abigail’s Story
Listen > Review > Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Listen > Review > Subscribe on Spotify Donate to Keep the Mic On Episode Trailer Listen Now Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women...
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As a Breast Cancer Survivor, I’ve Seen Firsthand How Early Detection and...
Diagnosed By Chance As the former Executive Director of the American Cancer Society, I can confidently say I’m cancer-literate. I get mammograms at the recommended intervals. I do breast self-exams...
View ArticleBreast Cancer Facts
Risk Factors for Breast Cancer Nonmodifiable Breast Cancer Risk Factors Age – Risk increases with age, with a majority of diagnoses after age 50. Genetic mutations – Carriers of the BRCA1 and BRCA2...
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Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations Are Changing
Read Transcript More Information What We'll Cover Webinar Speakers Further Resources Get life-saving information from health experts at our free virtual Find It Early Webinar on July 14, 2023 from...
View ArticleThe National Women’s Health Network’s 2024 Policy Agenda
The NWHN’s policy agenda is shaped by our 12 policy pillars and the belief that women across all ages and demographics should have unburdened access to health care services. At the Network, we believe...
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