Check in on Your Breast Health This Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Date: 10/03/25

Keeping your breasts healthy is important for your overall health. Breast cancer may seem like it comes out of nowhere, but there are ways to catch it early. Breast cancer screenings help doctors find signs of disease before you feel sick. This makes cancer that much easier to treat.

Here’s how you can take care of your breast health:

• Know what’s normal. Pay attention to how your breasts usually look and feel. Tell your doctor if you notice any changes.
• Get screened. Depending on your age and family history, it might be helpful to get a breast exam or mammogram, which is an X-ray that is used to check for breast cancer. If you are 50 to 74 years old, you should get one each year.
• Watch for signs. Look for lumps, swelling or changes in breast size or shape. Check for dimples or redness on your skin. Tell your doctor about anything unusual.
• Do self-exams. Once a month, feel your breasts for any lumps or changes. You can do this in bed or in the shower. Examine anything that looks different in the mirror.
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle. You can lower your chances of getting breast cancer by staying active. This includes eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and reducing alcohol intake. Ask your doctor any questions you have about your risk.

Speaking with your doctor about your breast health is important. They can be a great resource for you as you get screening results. Get some peace of mind, and check your breasts today.

Learn more about how to schedule your screening. Plus, eligible Louisiana Healthcare Connections members can earn $50 in healthy rewards when they get their breast cancer screening.