Pink. It’s not just a color. It’s a reminder.
Early detection saves lives! Nor-Cal Think Pink reminds you to follow these guidelines for Breast Cancer Detection:
Age 20-39
- Every month: Perform a breast self-exam.
- Every 3 years: Have a clinical breast exam by a doctor or nurse.
- See your doctor for your annual well-woman check-up and clinical breast exam.
- Are you high risk? Know your family history!
- Live healthy lifestyle.
- Most Importantly: Trust your instincts. Take control of your body. Be proactive. DON’T WAIT!
Age 40+
- Every month: Perform a breast self-exam.
- Every year: Have a mammogram and a clinical breast exam by a doctor.
- See your doctor for your annual well-woman check-up and clinical breast exam.
- Are you high risk? Know your family history!
- Live healthy lifestyle.
- Most Importantly: Trust your instincts. Take control of your body. Be proactive. DON’T WAIT!
BE BREAST AWARE. Know the symptoms of breast cancer:
- Swelling, soreness, or rash
- Nipple discharge
- Change in size and/or shape
- Dimpling or puckering
- Itchy, scaly sore or rash around the nipple
- Nipple that becomes flat or inverted
- Know “YOUR NORMAL” and your body by doing a breast self-exam at the same time each month.