The Canadian Cancer Society encourages you to be aware and proactive about your breast health. Take this quiz to see how well you know the facts.
By The Canadian Cancer Society
1. One in how many Canadian women will experience breast cancer in her lifetime? Correct answer: c. Nine
2. Which cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in Canadian women? Correct answer: b. Breast
3. Which of the following are risk factors for breast cancer? Correct answer: d. All of the above
4. Which of the following may reduce your risk of breast cancer? Correct answer: d. All of the above
5. A clinical breast exam is: Correct answer: c. An exam performed by a trained health care professional
6. At what age should a woman start to have a mammogram every two years? Correct answer: b. 50
7. In Canada, how many women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year? Correct answer: c. 21,100
8. A recent Canadian Cancer Society-funded study has found that women who do regular physical activity reduce their risk of breast cancer by how much? Correct answer: d. 42%
Let's make cancer history. We hope this information help you to be aware and be proactive about your breast health. For more information or to connect with our support services, call 1 888 939-3333 or go to www.cancer.ca.
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