Know your risk

• Talk to both sides of your family to learn about your family health history – then talk to your health care provider.

 

Get screened

• Talk with your health care provider about which screening tests are right for you if you are high risk.

• Starting at age 40, get a mammogram and clinical breast exam as directed by your health care provider.

 

Know what is normal for you

• See a doctor if you notice breast changes.

 

Make healthy lifestyle choices

• Maintain a healthy weight

• Exercise

• Limit alcohol

• Limit hormone use

• Breastfeed, if you can.