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Early detection saves lives. Mammograms are recommended every other year for people ages 40 to 74. If you are at high risk for cancer, your healthcare provider may recommend earlier or more frequent breast cancer screening.
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Did You Know?

30% of all new female cancers each year are breast cancers.

Around 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.

There are over 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

Breast Cancer Resources

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Click here to calculate your breast cancer risk. Click here to learn more about breast cancer at UVM Health.

Breast Cancer in Our Catchment Area

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Breast cancer incidence map

Mortality
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Breast cancer mortality map

Screening
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Breast cancer screening map

For questions about the breast cancer program, please contact the Community Outreach and Engagement Team at COE@med.uvm.edu

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