Rita J. Stec, M.D.
Womens Health Information Links
HEALTH NEWS
OCTOBER 2010 SCREENING MAMMOGRAMS October is "Breast Cancer Awareness Month".
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, and should be screened to detect it at the earliest possible time. I encourage my patients to do self breast exams. After all, you know your breasts better than anyone else. I include the breast exam on all annual physicals. I recommend a screening mammogram after discussing with the patient risk factors for breast cancer. After being informed of the potential risks and benefits, getting a screening mammogram is your choice.
REMEMBER To minimize your risk of breast cancer, it's back to the basics. Eat well, exercise daily, get restful sleep, and manage your stress.
Food for Thought
The data are clear - reducing your consumption of red and processed meat improves your health by reducing your risk for heart attacks, strokes and cancers.
But do you know that you also have a positive impact on our global water, energy and climate crises? Yes, the less red meat you eat not only makes you healthier,
but also improves the world's health. Read more in The Archives of Internal Medicine volume 169 page 543.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are the foundation of optimal human nutrition and wellness. Wouldn't it be wonderful if every man, woman and child on this planet could eat a fresh piece of fruit everyday? Of course, this would require tremendous effort and CHANGE by farmers, governments, and the entire food industry. I have a dream for the wellness of every person on our planet. Won't you join me?
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