Know your enemy

Here we go with this week's summary of breast cancer facts that I've been sharing over on Twitter. Because the best way to combat something is to know what you are up against!

Did you know? Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. But men can get breast cancer too! Around 1% of all breast cancer cases are in men

Did you know? 85% of breast cancer cases occur in women with no family history of the disease

Did you know? Genetic mutations like BRCA1 and BRCA2 significantly increase the risk of breast cancer. Men with a family history of breast cancer or BRCA gene mutations are especially at higher risk

Did you know? Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate by age. While it is more common in older women, it can also affect younger women. Women over 40 are advised to schedule annual mammograms.

Did you know? Mammograms can detect tumours up to 2 years before they can be felt and breast cancer deaths have dropped by more than 30% since they became widespread.