The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) estimated that about 33 percent of all breast cancer cases in the US could be prevented through good consultations, prevention education, and recommendations based on the patients’ needs. Hence our focus on providing breast health education, prevention techniques, and holistic recommendation based on exam and screening results.
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most frequently diagnosed cancer in the United States and the most common cancer among women. In 2009, more than 192,000 women were diagnosed with breast cancer; that represents one out of every eight adult women in the United States.
Research estimates that over 800,000 unnecessary biopsies are conducted a year. Statistically in this country 80% of the biopsies performed were benign.
Most women with breast health problems will wait until their condition becomes chronic to seek care, which may be too late for natural or holistic interventions. These women are more likely to be put through a barrage of invasive test, surgery, chemotherapy or radiation to address the structural manifestation of the disease, but nothing else.
Breast Disease is more than just a structural problem; it’s a toxicity and nutritional deficiency problem that has affected the biochemistry of the woman.
Did you know that only 5 to 10% of cancers are related to genetics? Therefore, the remaining 90 to 95% is our behavior toward our own health. This is an opportunity to find out what changes you need to make to keep the risk as low as possible.
The chance of getting breast cancer increases with age, with 80% of breast cancer case occurring in women over 50.
Many young women are being affected by breast cancer because of the toxic environment they live in, therefore if you are young and are having any breast concerns, don’t wait until it too late.
Prevention is easier and less expensive that surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and the lifestyle effect of this disease may have on you.
If you believe in prevention, or you believe you are having breast symptoms that are of concern, please don’t hesitate to give us a call and schedule your Breast Consult Today.