Facts You Should Know about Breast Cancer
Here are ten facts about breast cancer that you should know:
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In 2020, an estimated 276,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in the United States.
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There are over 3.5 million survivors of breast cancer in the United States.
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Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of death in women.
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This year, an estimated 42,170 women will die from breast cancer in the United States alone.
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An estimated 2,620 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year and approximately 520 men will die.
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64% of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at a localized stage, for which the 5-year survival rate is 99%.
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Due to early detection and increased awareness, there has been an estimated 375,900 fewer breast cancer deaths.
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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for certain skin cancers.
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1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.
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Men are more likely than women (51% vs. 36%) to be diagnosed with advanced breast cancer, likely due to decreased awareness.
Interested in raising awareness for breast cancer? Consider some of these ideas:
- Educate yourself and others about the disease.
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Many corporations promote breast cancer awareness in October. Unfortunately, some companies only see this as a marketing opportunity. Before buying from a retailer that claims to support breast cancer initiatives, be sure to know precisely where the money is going.
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Directly fund research initiatives. Donate to the National Breast Cancer Foundation by clicking here.