RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) are encouraging women to focus on breast health throughout the month of October.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to educating people about breast cancer, including metastatic breast cancer (MBC), and how important early detection is along with the quality of care.
According to a release from the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), women 25 years of age and older should talk to a healthcare provider about the risk of developing breast cancer, and women 40 and older should get regular breast screenings…