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CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer Feb 5

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CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer Jan 31

Find something you enjoy that keeps you moving during colder months. Adults should get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity and at least 2 days a week of muscle-strengthening activity. Learn about other ways to lower your breast cancer risk: bit.ly/3Yi6ltG

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A white box on the right says, “Some activity is better than none!” Pictures with labels of “muscle strengthening activities, basketball, hike or walk, and indoor pickleball.”

CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer Jan 31

Most breast cancers occur in older women, but rates have been increasing slowly in women younger than 45. Get the most recent data on breast cancer in young women: bit.ly/3LBahU5

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CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer Jan 29

Even with a busy schedule, find time for yourself. It’s important to keep up to date on your health care appointments and screenings – and if you’re 40+ or approaching 40, make sure you plan for your mammogram this year: bit.ly/48kF2DZ

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CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer Jan 29

@CDCgov study found some women who are eligible for low-cost breast & cervical cancer screenings through a CDC program were not up to date. About 61% of women were not current with breast cancer screenings and 40% with cervical cancer screenings.  bit.ly/4ivFaVf

Cancer Science Update. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening through NBCCEDP. Many women who are eligible for reduced-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings have not been screened.