Dr. Danielle Martin sheds light on some common breast cancer misconceptions women have about the disease, its prevention and treatment.

3 Common Misconceptions About Breast Cancer

<p>The Editorial Team of Chatelaine magazine.</p>

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'I had pined for small ones since eighth grade and I wasn't giving up on my dreams now. Bye, big boobs. See you — never.'

Women's College Hospital in Toronto launches research that will screen more people for the BRCA mutation, and track how many cases are detected.

A new study will screen people for the BRCA genetic mutation, regardless of risk, and track how many more mutations are detected.

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I’ve lost almost everyone in my family to cancer. After my mom died and I tested positive for the BRCA gene, I decided to reclaim my life.

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Rethink Breast Cancer's Give-A-Care line includes a cashmere toque, lube, headache balm and a dose of real talk.

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