I Vote for the Cure™

Challenge the 2008 Presidential candidates to make breast cancer a priority in their campaigns.

Latest Information

State of Breast Cancer

Komen’s Recommendations
for Good Breast Health

Breast cancer knows no boundary be it age, gender, socio-economic status, or geographical location. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. The key to survival is early detection.

Be Aware --- Take Action

Make these changes part of your life. You are the cure.

1. Annual mammography beginning at age 40
2. Clinical breast exams at least every three years beginning at age 20 and annually at age 40
3. Monthly breast self-examinations for all women beginning at age 20

For the latest information on breast cancer, please visit Susan G. Komen for the Cure's National Website.

Komen Breast Care Helpline
1-877-GO KOMEN
(1-877-465-6636)

Study Shows NSAIDs May Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer

The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), including both aspirin and ibuprofen, appears to significantly reduce the risk of developing breast cancer, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Read the full article.

To the Women of the State of New York

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