10/24/2025
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — and it’s the perfect time to take charge of your breast health. Did you know that while most women are encouraged to begin annual mammograms at age 40, many may benefit from starting earlier? Your screening plan should be tailored based on your personal risk factors, like family history, genetics, ethnicity, breast density and lifestyle.
Here’s what you should know:
• Age 40 is the standard starting point for women at average risk.
• If you have higher risk (e.g., a BRCA mutation, chest radiation history, dense breast tissue, or are non-Hispanic Black) your screening may need to begin earlier and include more than just mammograms.
• Getting a risk assessment by age 30 can help guide a tailored screening strategy — early awareness means better outcomes.
Awareness is powerful. A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t apply when it comes to breast cancer prevention. Take a moment this month to understand your risk, ask your doctor about your best screening schedule, and maybe set that mammogram date.
👉 Want to dig deeper? Read the full blog for all the insights and find out how to build your personalized screening plan: https://bit.ly/43Bpqul ✨