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Thursday, October 2, 2008
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The smallest tag represents the average size lump detected by yearly mammograms when past films can be compared.

The second tag shows the average size lump found by a first mammogram.

The third tag shows the average size lump found by women doing regular breast self-exams.

The largest tag shows the average size lump found by accident. The size compares to a half-dollar coin.

Be Aware:
The greatest risk factors for breast cancer are being female and growing older.
Breast cancer knows no gender, geographic or social boundaries.

Take Action:
The key to survival is early detection.
Simple steps you can take toward early detection are regular mammograms and breast exams.
A healthy lifestyle may make a difference.

What is your risk?
Find out and get educated in the process. Take the quiz and test your breast health knowledge at www.iamthecure.org
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