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Breast Health in Young Women A Needs Assessment
Background
Unique issues in young women diagnosed with breast cancer
Unique issues in young women diagnosed with breast cancer
The Susan G. Komen Foundation. (2001) Monograph: Breast Health and Breast Cancer Informational Needs of Young Women and Women of Color 40 and Older.
Needs Assessment
Needs Assessment
Needs Assessment
Objectives of Study
Study Design
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Demographics
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Results
1. All women, regardless of age, are at some risk for developing breast cancer.
2. Women with a family history of breast cancer are the ones who typically develop breast cancer.
3. A womanís risk of developing breast cancer increases as she gets older.
4. If your mother, sister, or daughter has breast cancer, your risk of developing breast cancer approximately doubles.
5. Drinking 2 to 5 alcoholic drinks a day decreases a womanís risk of developing breast cancer.
6. Never having children or having your first child after the age of 30 decreases your risk of developing breast cancer.
7. Which of the following can be a sign of breast cancer? (Check all that apply)
What information would you like to learn more about? (Check all that apply)
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Do you examine your breasts?
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ACS Guidelines for Breast Cancer Screening (2003)
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Modifiable Life-Style Risk Factors
S/Sx Breast Cancer
Summary
Summary
Resources for Young Women
Acknowledgements
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