Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death for women in Illinois, experts say.
Dr. Jonathan Strauss, Radiation Oncologist with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, shares tips about breast cancer screenings and early detection.Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and the second leading cause of death in Illinois.
Strauss said the survival rate of an individual heavily depends on the stage of the cancer, which is where screening comes in. It is important for individuals to visit their doctor regularly in order to detect any abnormalities that can lead to any cancers or diseases."Every woman should start getting screened for breast cancer as early as the age of 40, if not earlier based on other risk factors," Strauss said.
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