GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- It's "Friends For Life Day." While it's important for everyone to do a monthly breast self-exam, it's even more crucial for young women because mammograms aren't done until the age of 40.
Younger breast cancer survivors face a different set of challenges while going through treatment. That's why there's a Southwest Michigan support group just for them. You can join this online closed group on Facebook by clicking on this link:
There are also more resources for young survivors on this website:
In addition to a monthly self-exam, women should have regular doctor screenings and yearly mammograms after the age of 40.
Early detection is the key to beating breast cancer.
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