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According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms.
Learn how to reduce your risk of cancer and access screening tests from the American Cancer Society. Find the latest data and information on risk factors, vaccinations, and social and policy factors that influence cancer prevention and early detection.
The early detection of breast cancer through annual mammography and other breast exams is the best defense against receiving a late-stage breast cancer diagnosis. Generally speaking, the earlier the cancer is detected, the greater the likelihood of a successful outcome.
This Facts & Figures report provides statistics about the occurrence of breast cancer as well as about its risk factors, prevention, early detection, and treatment. For a short summary, see the news story: Breast Cancer Incidence Still Rises and Death Rate Still Declines.
We track breast cancer screening rates in U.S. women using a large, national, in-person survey in which people are asked about their health behaviors and the medical care they receive (see Data Source, below).
The CDC's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) provides free or low-cost mammograms and diagnostic services to eligible women. Learn how the program helps increase the 5-year survival rate for localized breast cancer to 99 percent and reach more women in need.
Find out how breast cancer rates vary by state, ethnicity, age, gender and other factors in the U.S. and worldwide. Explore data on incidence, mortality, survival, screening and more from Susan G. Komen.
This web page provides facts and figures about cancer prevention and early detection, including tobacco, excess body weight, alcohol, diet, physical activity, and ultraviolet radiation. It also covers cancer screening, risk factors, and recommendations for the early detection of cancer in average-risk asymptomatic people.
Learn how to find breast cancer in its earliest stages, when it is easier to treat, with this free guide. It covers signs and symptoms, self-exam, well-woman exam, mammogram, and more.
Early Detection 2019 RESEARCH FAST FACTS RESEARCH SAVES LIVES Finding breast cancer early, when it’s easiest to treat, can save lives. Research estimates that regular screenings with mammography have resulted in 30 percent fewer deaths from breast cancer. However, mammography is not perfect. It can sometimes miss tumors or identify tumors ...