The Scope Blog

Both men and women are at risk for developing breast cancer, there’s a genetic factor that predisposes you to a high-risk category of developing the disease. Knowing your family history and taking advantage of advanced genetic counseling and testing resources gives you more information about your options.

It is essential that you be proactive about your breast health, discuss screening options with your healthcare providers and make informed decisions. Recently, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released draft recommendations with new guidelines for screening mammograms — indicating women should begin screening mammograms younger and helping us detect breast cancer sooner.

Breast cancer is one of the most common kinds of cancer in women. Talk with your healthcare provider about which types of screening are best for you.

Building a relationship early with a trusted gynecologic specialist can help young girls grow into healthy young women.

The second Monday following the first complete week of the month is always National Women’s Check Up Day.

Prioritize your health and schedule a well-woman visit.

Finishing cancer treatment is cause for celebration. Learn how to stay healthy after treatment.

Hormones regulate many bodily functions. But some fuel certain cancers. Learn how hormone therapy can help make cancer grow more slowly or stop its growth.

Pat yourself on the back if you’ve crossed your regular mammogram off of your to-do list.