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Breast Cancer
Study findings on breast cancer are outlined in reports from Virginia Commonwealth University
October 9th, 2008
Researchers in the United States conducted a study "To summarize the impact of a family history of breast cancer on mammography practices and beliefs. Survey data concerning breast health practices and beliefs were utilized for a cross-sectional analysis." "Participants were 899 racially diverse nonpregnant women 40 years and older without breast cancer. The impact of various aspects of cancer family history on mammography, perceived barriers to and benefits of screening, and perceived breast cancer risk was assessed. More women with a first-degree relative with breast cancer reported a mammogram within the past year and rated their breast cancer risk higher. Death of a...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-10-09)
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