Right Action for Your Risk Group
In this next section, you'll learn what the "Right Action" is for you, whether your risk is low or high.
If you're still not sure what risk group you're in, go back and take the Right Action Quiz to get a better idea.
Average Inherited Risk
Every woman is at some risk for developing breast cancer. Even if your inherited risk is average. It just means that you probably haven't inherited any cancer genes from your family. But you should still talk to your doctor to consider other risk factors. And find out if he or she recommends any screening options.
Right Action for Women with Average Inherited Risk
Potentially High Inherited Risk
Potentially high inherited risk simply means that your family does have some history of cancer. And it would be a good thing for you to speak with a professional. I know it's scary to think about. But ignoring the risk factors now and discovering cancer later is a lot scarier. Trust me. You've already taken the first step to understanding your risk. And now's the time to take the Right Action for you, to keep your risk as low as possible.
