Breast cancer continue to be most common cancer in women and ranks second among causes for cancer related death in women globally. Early detection, diagnosis and appropriate treatment of breast cancer are key to lower the burden of disease and better outcomes. When breast cancer is detected and treated early, the chances of survival are very high. Knowledge and awareness of breast cancer, skills of breast self-examination, confidence to detect breast changes and present promptly to a specialist, are key factors in the prevention, early detection of breast cancer. However, women in many settings specially in rural areas, face complex barriers including social, economic, geographic and other inter-related factors, which can limit her access to timely, affordable and effective breast health care services.

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Citation: Banwari Lal Bairwa. “Breast Cancer: Awareness and Prevention". Acta Scientific Clinical Case Reports 2.11 (2021): 37-38.

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