Increasing Rates for Men and Young Women: When to get Checked

It is recommended that screening for breast cancer start at the age of 40 for women. But what about young women and men? Although it can be rare, the risk of breast cancer in men and young women is on the rise in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 9% of new breast cancer diagnoses are found in young women and 1 out of every 100-breast cancer diagnosis are found in men. Men and young women should be informed about breast screening options to help determine if screening is right for them and if so, when to have it.