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Breast Cancer

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6. What is the most important risk factor for breast cancer?

Older age is a major risk factor. Three-fourths of all breast cancers occur in women age 50 or older. Having a sister, mother, or daughter who has had breast cancer also increases your risk.

Genetic Risk Factors

"Genetic Risk Factors" [4 min 0 sec]

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