Myth or Truth: If you have a family history of breast cancer, you are likely to develop breast cancer, too.
This is a myth. Only about 10 percent of individuals who are diagnosed with breast cancer have a family history of the disease. However, women who have a family history of breast cancer are in a higher-risk group.
Learn about self breast examination tips, information on breast imaging, the myths and facts of breast cancer, events and screenings around the area, Barnabas Health's comprehensive breast health services or request an appointment for a mammogram now by visiting http://www.thepinkcrusade.org.