In this section, you’ll get a better understanding of factors that may affect your risk of getting breast cancer and what to do if you’re at higher risk.
Understanding Risk
Factors That Affect Breast Cancer Risk
Factors That Do Not Increase Breast Cancer Risk
Factors Under Study
Breast Cancer Risk Factors Table
Understanding Risk Reduction
Healthy Lifestyle
Race and Ethnicity
Breast Cancer Risk Among Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Women
Socioeconomic Status
Diet and Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer and The Environment
Estimating Breast Cancer Risk
Emerging Areas in Risk Reduction and Estimating Risk
Early Life Exposures and Breast Cancer Risk
Questions for Your Provider
Genetic Counseling and Genetic Testing
Risk-Lowering Options for Women at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Screening for Women at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Screening for Men at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer