Introduction on Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancer that is affecting women. It is the number 1 type of cancer which infected many Singapore women each year. There is a rising trend of younger women below the age of 30 who are diagnosed with Breast cancer so it is important for women to go for early screening for an early detection.

Studies shows that women who are likely to be diagnosed with Breast cancer if they:
1) Family history of Breast cancer especially from direct family members. (Mothers or Grandmothers)
2) High calories and fat intake as well as a lack of exercise.
3) Intake of Hormone pill or Oral contraceptive pill.
4) Eat too much red meat and animal fats.
5) Found lumps in one or both Breast/s.