Join Dr Tarryn and health expat Emma this October as they discuss the importance of breast cancer awareness and screening in light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The hosts break down the risk factors, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and hormonal influences. They emphasize the significance of early detection through screening and self-examinations, highlighting the alarming statistics surrounding breast cancer diagnoses. The conversation aims to empower listeners with knowledge about breast cancer, its risk factors, and the importance of advocacy for personal health.

Chapters:

03:20: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

06:30: Genetic Predisposition and Family History

12:12: Lifestyle: Alcohol, Parity, Smoking, Breastfeeding

17:24: The Contraceptive Pill & Links To Breast Cancer

21:10: Menopause Hormone Therapy And IVF

23:40: Stages of Breast Cancer Explained

25:50: Signs & Best Current Screening Practices

32:57: Navigating Abnormal Results and Next Steps

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