Resolutions for Better Breast Health

Start the New Year on the best foot possible… with a mammogram. Prioritizing your breast health should be your number one resolution this year!

Taking care of your breasts and your breast health should be a priority year-round. However, life can get hectic, and other things can become more important. Make it a resolution to take care of your breast health. When the new year rolls around, it seems like all anyone can talk about is their resolution. Typical answers include exercising more frequently, losing weight, and eating healthier. One of the most simple ways to keep your body healthy is to schedule your yearly mammogram.

If you have never had a mammogram, NY Breast Health is there for you! NY Breast Health offers digital screening and diagnostic mammography, including 3D Mammography—low-dose x-rays that can help find breast cancer. With NY Breast Health’s state-of-art-technology, you can be assure that you will receive the most effective results possible.

It is recommended that women should begin mammograms regularly at age 40. This does not apply to women with a greater risk of developing breast cancer, like those with the BRCA gene. Talk to your doctor if you are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer. 

Taking care of your breast health can be as simple as scheduling an appointment. This not only takes the pressure off of you but makes your health a priority in the new year, which is a great place to start any year!

Besides having your yearly mammogram, many other resolutions will help improve your breast health! These include:

• Performing regular self-exams: It's important to get familiar with how your breasts look and normally feel so that you can notice any changes. You can perform a self-exam once a month, either in the shower or while lying down.

• Exercising regularly: Exercise can help reduce your risk of breast cancer and improve your overall health. Aim to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.

• Eating a healthy diet: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Avoid processed and high-fat foods, and limit your alcohol consumption.

• Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of breast cancer. Aim to maintain a healthy weight through a combination of diet and exercise.

• Limiting your exposure to environmental toxins: Certain environmental toxins, such as certain types of plastics and pesticides, have been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer. To reduce exposure to these toxins, you can choose organic foods when possible and avoid using plastic containers to store food.

Remember to talk to your doctor about your breast health and any concerns. They can help you develop a plan for maintaining good breast health.