Edmonton Senior Health | October 9, 2017
Breast Cancer Awareness for Seniors | Breast cancer is a serious disease that should be given serious awareness. There are thousands of new cases each year but with awareness and screenings, these numbers can be smaller. There are more than 80 new cases for every 100,000 women under the age of 65 vs. more than 400 new cases for those over the age of 65.
October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the following information is provided to bring awareness to what seniors should know about the cancer that affects people from all walks of life.
Recent studies indicate that at least half of new breast cancer diagnoses occur in women older than 60 and at least 20% of those are 70 years of age and older. Statistics show that one in eight women will have the disease at some point in their life but to be clear, not only women develop breast cancer. The odds are less but one out of 1,000 males will develop the disease at some point. In cases where close relatives such as mother, sister, daughter and other first-degree family members have developed breast cancer, the risk doubles. However, don’t be deceived, it is entirely possible to encounter the disease without a hereditary connection. Although, family history is considered, less than 20% of those diagnosed have a family member who is dealing with or has suffered from the disease.
There are long-term care and preventive maintenance tips to help decrease the chances of acquiring breast cancer. While these are helpful tips, they are not to be confused with guaranteed methods of prevention, maintenance is also important.
Long-term care for seniors involves many factors and it is essential to support preventive maintenance for all illnesses and diseases.
If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help. Comfort Keepers®’ trained caregivers help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home.
Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs.
Learn more about our unique service offering by contacting the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.
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