by April Zubko | Mar 9, 2012
Carcinogens are cancer-causing substances found in our environment, both natural and man-made. Exposure to these substances can increase your risk of cancer, including breast cancer. Some carcinogens, for example sunlight, are not possible to avoid entirely, but...
by Dr. Virginia Maurer | Mar 7, 2012
When most people think of improving their health, they think of quitting tobacco, losing weight, reducing their alcohol consumption, and eating less fat and meat. Few people think about the common every day household chemicals around them that are also negatively...
by Sarah Brechon | Jan 24, 2012
As a breast health education organization that presents breast cancer prevention programs to the public, we often get asked by worried women whether wearing a bra can cause breast cancer. There have been a number of rumors about bras and breast cancer. In recent...
by April Zubko | Aug 16, 2011
Exercise is a key component of breast cancer prevention. 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day can help decrease your body fat percentage and the amount of estrogen in your body. Exercise also strengthens your immune system, which enhances your body’s...
by Sara Gates | Jul 30, 2010
Do you often have trouble sleeping at night? A good night’s sleep is so important to maintain both a healthy mind and body. Here are some simple things you can do to improve your sleep patterns! -Get 30 minutes of outdoor time each day. It is important to get...
