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Breast cancer

Breast cancer is cancer of breast tissue.

Worldwide, it is the most common form of cancer in females, affecting approximately 1 out of 11-12 women at some stage of their life in the Western world.

Although significant efforts are made to achieve early detection and effective treatment, about 20% of all women with breast cancer will die from the disease, and it is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in women.

For more information about the topic Breast cancer, read the full article at Wikipedia.org, or see the following related articles:

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Editor's Note: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.


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