Swift Identification Saves Lives - Prompt Recognition and Intervention

In the coming months, the Department of Health Promotion and Health Planning at Ludwigsburg County Administration is hosting "Cancer Prevention Weeks" from early September to mid-October 2025. This initiative aims to emphasize the importance of prevention and early detection, and encourages adopting a health-promoting lifestyle.

Women between the ages of 50 and 70 are invited every two years for a mammogram as part of the screening program. This X-ray examination, known as mammography, carries a low-grade radiation exposure and is a well-documented scientific method for early detection of breast cancer. However, it's important to note that every early detection method carries the risk of false positives and false negatives.

For more information on dates and offers for Cancer Prevention Weeks, visit www.ourwebsite.de/health-veterinary/health/prevention-and-health-promotion/actions-projects/.

Advances in treatment have led to improved healing chances and lower mortality rates due to new personalized and targeted therapy approaches with new groups of medications. Surgeries for breast cancer are now less invasive, less extensive, and have fewer complications.

Hormonal influences can affect the risk of breast cancer. An increased risk is associated with an early first period, late menopause, being childless, or long-term hormone replacement therapy during menopause. Women with a hereditary breast cancer gene mutation, a family history of breast cancer, or a previous breast cancer diagnosis are at a higher risk.

Dr. Sonja Denjean, a renowned medical professional, states that the prognosis for early-stage or precancerous breast cancer is very good, with almost a 100% chance of recovery. She recommends that every woman perform a self-examination of her breasts once a month.

Insured individuals can take advantage of early preventive examinations. Gynecological preventive examinations are covered from the age of 20, and breast palpation examinations are covered from the age of 30. Breast palpation examination can detect findings from 1 to 1.5 centimeters in size, depending on factors like the examiner's experience, breast tissue softness, and breast size.

Lifestyle factors can also impact the risk of breast cancer. Being overweight, physically inactive, consuming excessive alcohol, and long-term smoking increase the risk. Conversely, pregnancies and breastfeeding reduce the risk.

Dr. Klaus Doubek, a gynecologist, has been at the forefront of early detection and treatment of breast cancer. His work underscores the crucial role that early detection plays, as the prognosis worsens with more advanced stages at diagnosis.

Early detection is key in the fight against breast cancer. By staying informed, seeking regular screenings, and adopting a health-promoting lifestyle, women can significantly reduce their risk and increase their chances of successful treatment.