Breast Health

Breast Density

Breast density may not affect a woman’s day-to-day life, but it can correlate to breast cancer.

Misconceptions about breast density abound, so it’s important to know the facts.

Are your breasts high or low density? Here's what you need to know.

Dense tissue can put women at a higher risk for breast cancer over the course of their lives.

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