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Did you know…

That the American Cancer Society estimates that women will die of the following cancers in 2008:

·         Lung cancer                              71,030

·         Breast cancer                            40,480

·         Colon cancer                           25,700

·         Pancreatic cancer                  16,790

·         Lymphoma                                10,020

What can I do to prevent from being a statistic?  The American Cancer Society recommends early detection screening:

ü  Yearly mammograms beginning at age 40

ü  Self examinations as early as 20

ü  Beginning at 50 women AND men should begin screening involving examinations related to colon and rectum cancers

ü  Individuals with personal or family history of colorectal cancer or adenomas, inflammatory bowel disease, or high-risk genetic syndromes should continue to follow the most recent recommendation for individuals at increased or high risk.