Want to learn more about breast cancer? Check out these resources!

GENERAL BREAST CANCER RESOURCES

• American Cancer Society's Breast Cancer Risk and Prevention Guide: An in-depth look at the various risk factors that contribute to the development of breast cancer, as well as guidelines on possible risk-lowering behaviors.
• American Cancer Society's Breast Cancer Early Detection and Diagnosis Guide: A free guide which discusses screening methods and recommendations for early detection of breast cancer.
• American Cancer Society's Understanding a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Guide: A free guide which discusses the various types of breast cancers in detail.
• Color Genomics: We recommend consulting with a physician regarding any family history of cancer that may lead you to suspect some sort of genetic component. However, in the event that you want to seek genetic testing on your own, Color Genomics has an at-home test that analyzes thirty genes associated with various cancers.

BREAST CANCER NONPROFITS

This is by no means an exhaustive list, but could be a good place to start to find out more information about breast cancer, or receive support if you are diagnosed.

To read more posts about breast cancer or gynecological cancers, check out our dedicated section to the topic on our blog, Period Matters. 

This is an excerpt from a post written by Food Period and originally published on October 10, 2019. Content curated and edited by Nayla Al-Mamlouk.