October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Early Detection Saves Lives

This year the American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 213 thousand women and over 17 hundred men will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in women, and even with advanced mammography screening techniques detecting cancer at an earlier stage; over 40 thousand women will lose their battle with breast cancer this year.

Breast Health Services

At California Pacific Medical Center women can take advantage of our multitude of breast cancer services as well as breast reconstruction and breast health services through our partnership with St. Luke’s Hospital, also a Sutter Health affiliate.

• Breast Health Center
• Breast Cancer Survivorship Program
• African American Breast Health Program
• Cancer Genetic Risk Assessment
• Breast Reconstruction (PDF, 132KB)
• Breast Health Center Locations - California & St. Luke's Campuses

Your Best Defense is Early Detection

Schedule your mammogram today and learn more about who is at risk, symptoms and what you can do to reduce your risks.

Who is at Risk?
All women are at risk for developing breast cancer, but did you know that:

• 95% of women who develop breast cancer are over 40 years old.


• Only 5%-10% of breast cancers are inherited.


• 70% of women have no known risk factors.

What are the Symptoms?
It is important to watch for these changes in the breasts:

• Lump or thickening in breast or underarm.


• Change in breast size, shape or skin texture.


• Nipple discharge.


• Tender, red, warm, swollen or painful breast.


• Change in the way the nipple looks or feels.

What You Can Do…
Reduce your risks through lifestyle modifications and early detection.

• Eat a healthy diet.


• Limit alcohol intake.


• Exercise at least three times a week.


• Practice early detection methods:


1. Monthly breast self-examination


2. Annual professional examination


3. Annual mammogram