About Breast Cancer in Young Women
Young women can and do get breast cancer. In fact, more than 13,000 young women are diagnosed every year, and they face challenges that older women don’t. Learn the basics of breast cancer, including the signs and symptoms, risk factors and what to do if you notice any changes in your own breasts.
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with breast cancer, download our Newly Diagnosed Navigator, a comprehensive guide just for young women.
Breast Cancer 101
Get to know the basics of breast cancer—from diagnosis to staging to treatment—and why it's different in young women.
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Metastatic Breast Cancer
Metastatic breast cancer is breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Learn what it is and how it's diagnosed.
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Statistics
Take a look at the numbers and learn how breast cancer in young women is unique.
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Breast Cancer Risk Factors
Learn the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and what factors can increase your risk, especially if breast cancer runs in your family.
Keep Reading »Connect with Others
Find women who know what it’s like to face breast cancer at a young age. The YSC community makes it easy to find and connect with other young survivors and co-survivors.