October is National Breast Cancer Month

Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women during their lives, and many of us know someone — a mother, sister, friend — who has had it.

It is the second-leading cancer killer of women in the United States, next to lung cancer.

Thanks to screenings, breast cancer often can be found early, when the chance of successful treatment is best.

Learning about the different types and stages of breast cancer can help you take an active role in treatment as well.

Learn more about what you can do to take control of your breast health, and what you can do to help the women in your life. Read more.