Breast Cancer is on the Rise in Latin America and the Caribbean: A PALIG Guide
Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death and affects more women in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) than any other type of cancer.
In our latest guide celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month, PALIG medical experts tackle various topics of interest surrounding this disease:
- Key facts about this type of cancer
- Risk factors
- Early detection
- Advances in treatments
Health Facts
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Women account for 99% of all breast cancer diagnosis
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32% of breast cancer cases in Latin America & Caribbean are in women younger than 50 years old
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Catching Breast Cancer Early is Key and results in nearly 100% survival