What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in America, with around 315,000 women and 2,800 men diagnosed with invasive breast cancer each year. It begins when abnormal, cancerous cells form and multiply in breast tissue, often caused by genetics or environmental factors. Understanding your risks and staying up to date on breast screenings can help with early detection and improve treatment success. Breast cancer comes in many forms, each needing tailored care. The four main types of breast cancer are:
