October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

• Each year 900 Montana women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Cancer screening, like a mammogram, can help find breast cancer early when it is easier to treat.
• Breast cancer screening means checking a woman’s breasts for cancer before signs or symptoms of the disease occur. All women age 50-74 should get a mammogram every other year.
• Some women may choose to start screening at age 40 if they have a personal risk or family history of breast cancer. Free mammograms are available to Montana women. Call 1-888-803-9343 to get connected to screening services in your community.

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Health in the 406 is regular communication by DPHHS on a variety of wellness topics designed to raise awareness of issues that impact the daily lives of Montanans.  Public health is a partnership of individuals and organizations and all Montanans have a role so they can improve their health and enhance their quality of life for themselves and loved ones. This health message is brought to you by the DPHHS, Public Health and Safety Division.