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About Breast Cancer > Breast Cancer Resources > Free Educational Guides > 3 Steps to Early Detection Guide

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3 Steps to Early Detection Guide

By NBCF team

Last updated on Sep 26, 2024

Medically reviewed on Jul 12, 2024
by: Lillie D. Shockney

Help detect breast cancer earlier  

3 Steps to Early Detection is our #1 most downloaded guide! Join over 60,000 others and download it today.

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Finding breast cancer in its earliest stages, when it is easier to treat, is the key to successful outcomes. When detected early, the 5-year relative survival rate for breast cancer is 99%.

To get an early diagnosis, it is essential to follow the proper steps to practice early detection. But what is early detection? And how do you implement it? This newly updated guide will tell you.

Get the free 3 Steps to Early Detection Guide now:


This free guide includes:

  • Breast cancer signs and symptoms to look for
  • How to perform a breast self-exam
  • What to expect during a well-woman exam
  • Mammogram screening recommendations and how to prepare
  • Next steps for abnormal mammogram results
  • Specialized early detection tips for breast cancer survivors

Here’s a sneak peek of what’s inside:

National Breast Cancer Foundation is here for you at every step of your breast health journey. This guide will connect you to the potentially life-saving information, support, and resources you need to prioritize early detection.


What our community is saying

“This guide answered all my questions and eased my mind about a lot of things. Thank you so much.” -Gail

“This guide is so helpful! As a 41-year-old woman, I feel well informed about what I should be doing to stay on top of my breast health. And my mom is a survivor so the sections for breast cancer survivors have been helpful to her, too!” -Amy

“This has been a wonderful tool! I am a retired nurse and was asked to speak on breast cancer at my church. This was a godsend. I learned new information and resources.” -Beatrice


Where can we send your free guide?


The information in this guide is not intended as medical advice. Always discuss all aspects of early detection and breast health with your healthcare professional.


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