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Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk, Celebrate Survivors

While breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in the US, the death rate from the disease continues to drop, and the number of breast cancer survivors is growing. We also now know more about the major risk factors for breast cancer.

We celebrate the growing number of breast cancer survivors and show you how you can lower your own risk for the disease. Also, read the story of how one woman coped with her breast cancer diagnosis through the Reach to Recovery program.

 Breast Cancer Survivor Finds Strength, Hope in Reach to Recovery Program
Cathy Hirsch. When Cathy Hirsch was first diagnosed with breast cancer, talking with another breast cancer survivor through the Reach to Recovery program made all the difference. The program, now in its 40th year, matches specially-trained breast cancer survivors with newly diagnosed breast cancer patients to provide emotional support and guidance. Now cancer-free, she's helping others find "the gift of hope."
 Understand Breast Cancer Treatment Options
Emmi Solutions. Breast cancer can be overwhelming. If you’re considering surgery or chemotherapy to treat your cancer, try these multimedia programs from Emmi Solutions to help you and your loved ones know what to expect.
 Join the Fight against Breast Cancer
Strides participants. Want to get involved in the fight against breast cancer? Join Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, a non-competitive walk to honor breast cancer survivors, raise awareness about the disease, and to help save lives.
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Lapatinib May Work Against Certain Inflammatory Breast Cancers
Regular Exercise Late in Life Helps Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
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