Alabama NewsCenter — Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How early detection can save lives

By Tehreem Khan

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when experts are emphasizing early detection and treatment.

Dr. Helen Krontiras is a professor in UAB’s Heersink School of Medicine’s Department of Surgery and director of the Division of Breast and Endocrine Surgery. She shares her expertise on causes and prevention tactics for breast cancer.

Many factors influence breast cancer risk, including family history, lifestyle habits and advancing age.

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