October Is Breast Health Month: What a Family History of Breast Cancer Means
October draws extra attention to breast health and the timely diagnosis of breast cancer. Specialists urge people to know their family medical history and, when needed, consult a geneticist.
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October is breast health month. During this time, particular attention is paid to breast health, prevention and the timely diagnosis of breast cancer.
Specialists remind people that caring for their health should not be put off until symptoms appear. Prevention and early diagnostics are an important part of monitoring breast health.
Family health history
It is just as important to know what illnesses have affected relatives, and to understand when additional medical assessment is needed. If breast cancer has occurred in the family, that can be a reason to think more carefully about one's own health and discuss it with a doctor.
In some cases, specialists advise seeing a geneticist. Such a consultation can help assess whether the family's health history points to a higher risk.
Specialists stress that awareness of one's family history and timely action are key steps in protecting breast health.
