Worldwide, breast cancer is the fifth most common cause of cancer death (after lung cancer, stomach cancer, liver cancer, and colon cancer). In 2005, breast cancer caused 502,000 deaths (7% of cancer deaths; almost 1% of all deaths) worldwide. Among women worldwide, breast cancer is the most common cancer and the most common cause of cancer death.

The number of cases has significantly increased since the 1970s, a phenomenon partly blamed on modern lifestyles in the Western world.

Breast Cancer Crash Course is a simple and to-the-point guide to provide quick access to your most pressing questions regarding breast cancer. Short articles and information about risk factors (genetic risk factors as well as environmental and lifestyle risk factors), diet, information on diagnosis methods, breast self-exam tips, and more are presented on this site. It is suggested that you also visit the other resources presented throughout the site for a more comprehensive education on the subject of breast cancer.

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